What Are the Legal Requirements for School Bus Flashing Lights?

Gardian Angel, LLC
Mar 4
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Q: When must a school bus use flashing lights?

A: U.S. law requires school buses to activate flashing amber lights before stopping and red lights with an extended stop arm when children are boarding or exiting.

Even though buses are designed to be visible, drivers often fail to notice children at the curb. Systems like Gardian Angel enhance visibility of students, helping drivers react appropriately and protect the most important cargo on the road.

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What Are the Legal Requirements for School Bus Flashing Lights?

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