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How far in advance does an Illinois school bus activate amber warning lights before a passenger stop?
Correct answer: At least 100 feet urban and 200 feet rural.
Why
Amber lights warn traffic during at least the final 100 urban feet or 200 nonurban feet before the bus stops.
Verified against Illinois Rules of the Road, July2026 · School-bus amber warning distance · p. 36
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