Section 24617 - [Effective 1/1/2025] Yield right-of-way sign on transit bus(a) A transit bus may be authorized to be equipped with a yield right-of-way sign on the left rear of the bus. The yield right-of-way sign may flash simultaneously with the rear turn signal lamps, but is not required to do so. The sign may also be a static decal that is affixed to the left rear of the bus. If the sign is a flashing light-emitting diode (LED) sign, it shall be both of the following:(1) Designed to warn a person operating a motor vehicle approaching the rear of the bus that the bus is entering traffic.(2) Illuminated by a red flashing light when the bus is signaling in preparation for entering a traffic lane after having stopped to receive or discharge passengers.(b) This section does not require a transit agency to install the yield right-of-way sign described in subdivision (a).(c) This section does not relieve the driver of a transit bus from the duty to drive the bus with due regard for the safety of all persons and property. This section does not exempt the driver of a transit bus from Section 21804.(d) This section applies only if the governing board of the transit agency approves a resolution, after a public hearing on the issue, requesting that this section be made applicable to it.(e) A participating transit agency shall undertake a public education program to encourage motorists to yield to a transit bus when the sign specified in subdivision (a) is activated.Amended by Stats 2024 ch 555 (AB 1904),s 1, eff. 1/1/2025.Amended by Stats 2008 ch 179 (SB 1498),s 222, eff. 1/1/2009.Added by Stats 2007 ch 451 (AB 1492),s 1, eff. 1/1/2008.This section is set out more than once due to postponed, multiple, or conflicting amendments.