The School Bus Safety Act makes the following changes:
- Increases penalties for illegally passing stopped school buses
- Authorizes installation of school bus cameras for the sole purpose of recording violations of illegally passing stopped school buses
- Develops a School Bus Safety Fund & Grant Program for schools to apply and improve safety features on school buses
- Creates public education initiatives on school bus safety
- Designates August as “School Bus Safety Month”
House Bill 3 works to strengthen enforcement against school bus safety violations, promote safer transportation options, and educate drivers about their legal obligations, aiming to reduce accidents and improve safety for students.
House Bill 3 is now being considered by the Senate.