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Putnam County Traffic Safety Committee

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Numerous Reports Of Motorists Passing Stopped School Buses Prompt Warning Numerous Reports Of Motorists Passing Stopped School Buses Prompt Warning
Numerous Reports Of Motorists Passing Stopped School Buses Prompt Warning Numerous reports of motorists passing stopped school buses have prompted a warning from the Putnam County Traffic Safety Committee. With children returning to school after their holiday recess, it’s critical for drivers to know the law when it comes to passing a stopped school bus. New York State traffic laws forbid motorists from passing any school bus that is stopped to drop off or pick up children. When the red flashing lights have been activated, traffic is legally required to stop in both directions on undivided highways. The Committee also noted that the majority of school bus-relate…

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by Valerie Musson