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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 17, 2026San Diego

California Office of Traffic Safety launches school zone safety campaign and increases enforcement

The California Office of Traffic Safety has launched the 'ABCs for School Zone Safety' campaign to protect students walking and biking to school. Concurrently, the California Highway Patrol is increasing enforcement operations in school zones to target speeding, failure to yield, and illegal passing of school buses.

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Why It Matters

Motorists face increased law enforcement presence in school zones and are legally required to stop for school buses with flashing red lights, with the campaign running through the end of August.

Key Facts

  • The 'ABCs for School Zone Safety' campaign runs through the end of August.
  • California Highway Patrol is increasing enforcement of speeding and failure to yield in school zones.
  • Motorists are legally required to stop in both directions for school buses displaying flashing red lights.
  • 1,253 pedestrians and bicyclists were killed on California roads in 2024, representing 32% of all traffic deaths.
  • Children 14 and younger recorded the highest number of e-bike injuries in California from 2018 to 2024.
  • The state announced nearly $2.5 billion in funding for over 150 transportation projects last month.
  • Last October, the Office of Traffic Safety provided over $1 million to the CHP for pedestrian safety enforcement.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCalifornia Office of Traffic Safety“State agency leading the safety campaign”personStephanie Dougherty“Director of the Office of Traffic Safety”organizationCalifornia Highway Patrol“State law enforcement agency increasing patrols”personDina El-Tawansy“Director of Caltrans”