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Easier School Bus Driver Hiring: Getting More Kids to School.

This act aims to ease the hiring of school bus drivers by temporarily relaxing certain exam requirements. This should help more children get to school safely, and parents can expect more stable transportation. States can use available funds to cover costs associated with these changes.
Key points
Temporary relaxation of certain exam requirements for school bus drivers to address driver shortages.
Waivers for certain parts of the commercial driver's license exam for school bus drivers can be extended up to one year.
States can use federal funds to cover costs related to these waivers, potentially easing local budget burdens.
Public comments will be sought on the feasibility of granting unlimited duration waivers for these requirements.
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Print number: 117_HR_8621
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2022-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Get Our Kids to School Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8621.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Temporary relaxation of certain exam requirements for school bus drivers to address driver shortages.
  • Waivers for certain parts of the commercial driver's license exam for school bus drivers can be extended up to one year.
  • States can use federal funds to cover costs related to these waivers, potentially easing local budget burdens.
  • Public comments will be sought on the feasibility of granting unlimited duration waivers for these requirements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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