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Sudden Withdrawal Shocks Observers (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – The Clark County School District board trustees removed a key vote from their agenda on Thursday, halting plans to install cameras on school buses designed to ticket drivers who illegally pass stopped vehicles.[1][2]
Sudden Withdrawal Shocks Observers
Superintendent Jhone Ebert withdrew the item just before the February 26 meeting, citing complex operational and administrative issues uncovered during reviews of other districts’ experiences. The proposed contract with Verra Mobility appeared on the consent agenda for routine approval, but the last-minute change left the program’s future unclear. Board members approved the revised agenda without discussion, marking a significant setback for the initiative.[1]
Ebert emphasized the district’s commitment to student safety in her statement. She thanked state legislators for passing Assembly Bill 527, which enabled the cameras after a local pilot program. The decision surprised vendor representatives and safety advocates who viewed the technology as a vital tool against reckless driving.[2]
Pilot Reveals Widespread Violations
A BusPatrol pilot on 30 CCSD buses recorded nearly six illegal passes per bus each day, prompting 64 citations this school year compared to 51 the previous year. These incidents occur when motorists ignore the extended stop arm as students board or exit, creating hazardous conditions near roadways. State law now permits…
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Author : Matthias Binder
Publish date : 2026-02-27 20:35:00
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