From OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROLAs a new school year approaches, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging drivers to promote safety by sharing the road with school buses and following all traffic laws. The OSHP is also reminding school districts of the importance of staying up-to-date on school bus inspections. It’s important for all drivers to familiarize themselves with the traffic laws relating to stopped school buses. To keep approximately 800,000 Ohio students who use school transportation daily safe, the OSHP is tasked with ensuring school buses are functioning properly before leaving the garage. In 2025, the OSHP’s Licensing and Commercial Standards section conducted 39,488 school bus inspections.