NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 5, 2026Miami-Dade
Broward County Public Schools implements bus route changes and new traffic enforcement cameras
Broward County Public Schools is consolidating bus routes due to a shortage of 60 to 100 drivers, resulting in longer ride times for students. Additionally, the district is installing cameras on buses to fine drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses, with a $225 penalty taking effect after September 9.
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Families will experience longer bus ride times due to route , and motorists face a $225 fine for illegally passing school buses starting September 9.
Key Facts
- Broward County Public Schools is managing 650 bus routes with a driver shortage of 60 to 100 personnel.
- The district is consolidating routes due to school closures and staff shortages, leading to more stops and longer ride times for students.
- New cameras are installed on buses to record motorists who illegally pass buses during loading and unloading.
- A 30-day grace period for illegal passing violations begins at the start of the school year.
- A $225 fine for illegal passing will be enforced starting September 9.
- The driver shortage is partially attributed to the end of Temporary Protected Status for some former drivers.
- Students are permitted to use mobile phones for texting on buses, but verbal calls are prohibited.
Who's Mentioned
other60“Lower bound of driver shortage.”personElaudys Garcia“A bus driver with over 20 years of experience.”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.”