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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 5, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward County Public Schools implements bus route changes and new camera enforcement for the 2026 school year

Broward County Public Schools is consolidating bus routes and increasing stop frequency due to a shortage of 60 to 100 drivers. Additionally, the district is launching a new camera enforcement program to fine drivers who illegally pass school buses, with a $225 penalty effective after September 9, 2026.

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Why It Matters

Students and parents should expect longer bus ride times and more stops this year, while motorists face new automated fines for passing stopped school buses.

Key Facts

  • Broward County Public Schools is managing 650 bus routes with a current shortage of 60 to 100 drivers.
  • The driver shortage is partially attributed to the end of Temporary Protected Status for some former drivers.
  • Bus routes have been reworked due to school closures and consolidations.
  • Students will experience more stops and longer ride times compared to previous years.
  • New cameras are installed on buses to record drivers who illegally pass while students are boarding or exiting.
  • A 30-day grace period for the new camera enforcement program begins at the start of the school year.
  • Fines for illegally passing a school bus will be $225 starting September 9, 2026.
  • Students are permitted to use mobile phones on buses for texting, but not for voice calls.

Who's Mentioned

other60“Lower bound of driver shortage.”personElaudys Garcia“A veteran bus driver for the district.”other650“Total number of bus routes.”other100“Upper bound of driver shortage.”organizationBroward County Public Schools“The school district managing transportation and route changes.”personDr. Simone Clowers“Executive director for student transportation and fleet services.”