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Illustration showing a school bus with a standard stop arm and a deployed retractable safety barrier extending across the roadway to block passing vehicles.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 13, 2026

Florida Inventor Creates Retractable 10-Foot Stop-Arm

A newly developed school bus safety device introduces a retractable barrier designed to deter illegal passing during student loading and unloading.

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Quote graphic featuring Patrick Dean of NSTA with a message about driver distraction risks near school buses.
NSTA Advocacy in ActionDecember 9, 2025

NSTA Participates in National School Bus Safety Week Event with Pennsylvania Congressman

The industry's contractor association and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick spotlight rising dangers from illegal school bus passings and outline new legislative efforts.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettSeptember 4, 2025

The Illegal Passing Problem: Reducing School Bus Stop-Arm Violations

About 40 million illegal school bus passings occur yearly. Learn how smart routing, technology, education, and enforcement can save lives in this deep dive.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 5, 2025

Maryland Town Leverages Police for Increased School Bus Safety

A NHTSA high-visibility enforcement program grant is part of a pilot project to crack down on illegal passing.

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NY Illegal Passing Awareness Day Returns
Newsby Staff and News ReportsApril 18, 2025

N.Y. Association Plans Public Awareness Events for Operation Safe Stop Day

NYAPT is once again urging motorists to stop for school buses during a series of events across the state on April 24.

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A black SUV stops behind a yellow school bus with its stop arms extended and red lights flashing in a residential neighborhood, indicating children may be boarding or exiting the bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 7, 2025

Minnesota Grant Offers School Bus Stop-Arm Cameras​

Minnesota’s final round of Stop Arm Camera grants will equip 18 more districts with enforcement technology, aiming to reduce violations and keep students safe during daily bus trips.

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Bus Stop Arm
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 4, 2025

Need a Free Stop Arm? BusGates Has You Covered for Distracted Driving Awareness Month

In a new pilot program, BusGates is offering one free LED stop arm extension to schools across the U.S. during April in recognition of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionApril 3, 2025

NSTA Alarmed by NHTSA Illegal Passing Study Results

Illegal school bus passing remains a dangerous issue. A national survey reveals the reasons, sparking renewed efforts for a public awareness campaign.

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School Bus Stop Arm
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 25, 2025

Videos Show Close Calls from Illegal Stop-Arm Passings

BusPatrol and other recent video footage shows too many close calls from illegal school bus passings. These clips help raise awareness about the ongoing issue that is spread across the U.S.

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School Bus Safety Act Returns
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 11, 2025

School Bus Safety Act Tries Again

Congressman Cohen and Tammy Duckworth reintroduce the school bus safety act that has been in and out of consideration since 2018.

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