March 25, 2025
Mr. Stauber (for himself, Mr. Yakym, Ms. Brownley, and Mr. Moulton) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to produce and distribute a national public safety messaging campaign, and for other purposes.
Section 1. Short title
This Act may be cited as the Brake for Kids Act of 2025
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Sec. 2. National public safety messaging campaign
(a) In general
Using amounts provided to the Secretary of Transportation under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117–58), the Secretary shall produce and distribute a national public safety messaging campaign to increase awareness and education about the dangers of illegal passing of stopped school buses.
(b) Requirements
In producing and distributing the national public safety messaging campaign under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—
(1)
include television advertising and advertising time on key national broadcasts with a wide audience as part of the campaign;
(2)
include radio, social media, and edge service advertising as part of the campaign; and
(3)
ensure that the campaign is not limited to digital downloads or regional distribution.