National School Bus Safety Week.

During National School Bus Safety Week, law enforcement and other safety experts said their goal is to spread awareness and let drivers know the consequences of passing a stopped school bus. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the state has seen more than 6,000 school bus-related crashes since 2019, which has led to more than 2,000 injuries. According to the Ohio State Patrol, troopers have written more than 16,000 citations for school zone violations and illegally passing stopped school busses since 2019. OSHP Sergeant Ryan Purpura said drivers approaching a bus are required to stop at least 10 feet away while students get on and off, and he urges the public to stay alert.