NTSB’s recommendation for seat belts on school buses draws praise, concern - Gainesville Times

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NTSB’s recommendation for seat belts on school buses draws praise, concern

A student climbs aboard a school bus Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at Fair Street International School. - photo by Scott Rogers

07122018 BUS 3.jpg — A student climbs aboard a school bus Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at Fair Street International School. - photo by Scott Rogers

Deadly school bus wrecks nearly two years ago have prompted federal officials to reverse a long-standing policy and recommend lap-and-shoulder safety restraints on all future school bus purchases.