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Pilot Point ISD approves two new buses to meet growth and seatbelt law requirements
Summary
The board approved purchasing a 54-passenger and a 77-passenger bus to accommodate student growth and comply with Texas Senate Bill 546 three-point seatbelt requirements.
Trustees approved the purchase of a 54-passenger bus and a 77-passenger bus to address student growth and transportation needs. Dr. Shannon Fuller reviewed quotes and diagrams and confirmed funding would come from the 2026-2027 budget. The motion to approve was made by Jacob Stuckly and seconded by Mandy Kirby and passed unanimously.
Trustee Craig Bickers asked whether the new buses would be equipped with three-point seatbelts as required under Texas Senate Bill 546; Dr. Fuller confirmed both buses would meet the compliance requirements. The district plans to integrate the new vehicles into its fleet to accommodate projected student ridership increases.
