How do schools pay for their school buses?

Schools typically pay for their school buses through a combination of state funding and local revenue sources. State funding for school buses is often provided through:

- General education aid

- Specific transportation funding streams

Local revenue sources that schools may use to pay for school buses include:

- Property taxes

- Vehicle taxes

- Sales taxes

- Other local taxes and fees

In addition to state and local funding, schools may also be able to obtain funding from:

- Federal grants

- Private donations

- School bonds

The specific funding sources that a school uses to pay for its school buses will vary depending on the state and the school district.