Conroe ISD bus crash leaves injured 1st-grader's parents with the bills because of a Texas law

Conroe ISD bus crash leaves injured 1st-grader's parents with the bills because of a Texas law

"Under Texas law, school districts are only liable for auto accidents caused by the District's negligent use or operation of a school district vehicle. Accordingly, it would violate Texas law to pay injury claims if the District's actions were not the cause of the injuries and would also be considered a gift of public funds. Because of this, school districts cannot purchase uninsured/underinsured motorists coverage."

I had no idea, and I wonder how many parents know that the school bus they put their children on isn't liable if their child is hurt or killed when the driver isn't at fault.

https://abc13.com/texas-insurance-d...e-wreck-conroe-isd-school-bus-crash/13744461/

I think it's past time to make the laws for uninsured motorists much stiffer.

For a first offense, a fine ranging from $175-$350
For a second offense, a fine ranging from $350-$1,000 and suspension of the person’s driver’s license until the driver provides proof of responsibility