Complaint Summary

Date Findings Report Sent

June 23, 2026

Case Number

26-0620

School District

East Hampton Public Schools

Person filing complaint

Parent

Grade Level

High School

Allegation(s)

The Parent alleges that the Student was restrained in his seat on the bus on April 27, 2026, and April 28, 2026. (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 10-236b(b))

Conclusion(s)

In this case, the District was contacted by the transportation company about the utilization of a safety cover on a seatbelt. The District was explicit with the transportation company that it was permissible as long as it was not a harness or a physical restraint. Additionally, the transportation company did not continue to use the seatbelt cover after one day because it was ultimately ineffective.

Therefore, the District is not in violation of Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 10-236b(b) and 10-236b(i). No Corrective action is required.

Corrective Action(s)

None