School bus ads bill heads to final House vote

Here’s a news item from the Associated Press:  BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A measure that would allow school buses to sport corporate logos and ads is heading to the House for approval. The House Education Committee signed off Monday on a bill that would allow school districts the option of selling ad space on the sides of school buses. Assistant Majority Leader Chuck Winder of Eagle says the goal is to generate more revenue for Idaho schools. Winder said the Meridian School District estimates selling the ad space could bring in $1.5 million in gross sales a year, and $400,000 in net profits. The measure gives the State Board of Education authority to determine what kind of ads are acceptable and would ban political campaign ads. It would also prevent ads from covering up required school bus markings. About half a dozen states already allow ads to adorn school buses. The bill, SB 1111, earlier passed the Senate.