The law is named after Kadyn Halverson a 7-year-old girl who was walking to her school bus.
Council Bluffs, IA – As Council Bluffs’ students head back to school Wednesday, a new law in Iowa protects children getting on and off the school bus.
The law is named after Kadyn Halverson a 7-year-old girl who was walking to her school bus. She was hit by a pickup truck and killed last year.
Kadyn’s mother, Kari Halverson took her daughter’s tragic death and has turned it into triumph.
Kadyn’s law stiffens the penalties for drivers who pass a bus while the arm is extended.
The first-time offense is a $250 dollar fine and up to 30 days in jail. A second offense within five years could bring the fines to $1,900 and a year in jail.
An Iowa mom, Laura Baller hopes the increased penalties will make drivers think twice before they ignore the flashing lights.
Dakota Baller says the tragedy of Kadyn reminds her of her own friends who take the bus to school.
The Company that contracts with Council Bluffs Schools is on-board.
First Student, Inc. said Tuesday, “As the school year quickly approaches, we remind motorists to continue to stay alert and obey all traffic signals in and around school zones for the safety of nearby students.”
So no parent ever has to go through what Kadyn’s mom went through.
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