The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning is taking part in Operation Safe Stop.
The campaign runs from October 21-25 with a goal of looking for drivers passing school buses illegally.
Drivers should prepare to stop when they see the overhead flashing yellow lights on a bus and should stop at least 20 feet away from the bus when the lights flash red.
“Every time a driver ignores the flashing lights or Stop arm of a school bus, they are putting a student’s life in danger,” said Kellie Dean, CEO of Dean Transportation. “‘Operation Safe Stop’ will help keep students safe and will educate drivers on how to safely share the road with buses.”
Those who violate the law can be charged and fined up to $500.
For more information visit www.Michigan.gov/SchoolBusSafety.