Wisconsin Illegal School Bus Passing Averages 30% in 2023 - Reminder... illegally passing a school bus can result in a fine of $326.50 and the loss of 4 points. Motor vehicles need to stay back 20 feet from a stopped school bus with this red lights and stop arm out. (click the link for more information)
Gov. Evers: Signs Bill to Help Bolster School Bus Driver Workforce - With the signing of Assembly Bill 233 (now 2023 Wisconsin Act 26) members of school boards can now serve as volunteer school bus drivers provided they have the appropriate licensure. (click the link for more information)
Did you know a vehicle that approaches a stopped school bus that is displaying flashing red warning lights, must stop not less than 20 feet from the bus and remain stopped until the bus resumes motion or the operator extinguishes the flashing red warning lights. Failure to do so could result in a fine between $30 and $300. Please see the image below regarding helpful information.
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