Brake for Kids Act of 2025
Brake for Kids Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Brake for Kids Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** If passed, this bill would require the Department of Transportation to create and run a national public safety campaign warning drivers about the dangers of illegally passing stopped school buses. The campaign would use various media formats—including TV, radio, and social media ads—to educate the public about this traffic safety issue. The bill specifies that existing federal infrastructure funds would be used to pay for this campaign. **Who It Affects:** The campaign would primarily target drivers, but ultimately aims to protect school children.
It would be a public awareness effort similar to other national safety campaigns (like those about distracted driving or seatbelt use). **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't advanced to a full vote yet. It was introduced by Representative Pete Stauber (R-MN) in the 119th Congress.
CRS Official Summary
Brake for Kids Act of 2025This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to produce and distribute a national public safety campaign on the dangers of illegally passing stopped school buses. Specifically, the campaign must increase awareness and education about the issue through a variety of media, including television, radio, and social media advertising. DOT must use Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds to produce and distribute the campaign.
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.