Large school buses still are not required to have seat belts; however, many independent manufacturers are providing belts on their buses. Seat belts on large school buses remain an option due to the federal government stating they are the safest way for a child to arrive at school.
Why are large school buses considered safe?
Compartmentalization: passengers on a large bus are surrounded by energy-absorbing material—from the seats to the seat frame, to the actual design of the vehicle. These items were designed to provide a ‘compartment’ which absorbs or lessens the energy of the crash before the passenger hits any of these items.
Progress in Texas
A law was passed in 2007, with implementation on September 1, 2010, which required all new school buses to have seat belts. Some districts may not acquire these belts for a few more years simply because they do not need new buses right now. Other districts, such as Dallas County Schools, have already purchased buses equipped with seat belts.
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