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School Bus Driver Task Force: Improving Student Transportation Reliability.

This Act establishes a dedicated Task Force to investigate and resolve the nationwide shortage of school bus drivers. The goal is to ensure all public school students have access to free, reliable, and high-quality transportation. The Task Force will analyze working conditions, compensation, and the root causes of shortages to propose specific federal and state changes.
Key points
A Task Force will be established to investigate why school bus drivers are scarce, analyzing compensation, working conditions, and the impact of privatization.
The Task Force will develop and publish guidelines and best practices for schools aimed at increasing the reliability of student transportation.
Reports will include recommendations for Congress and state authorities, potentially leading to better pay and working conditions for drivers and more stable routes for children.
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Print number: 118_HR_9733
Sponsor: Rep. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3]
Process start date: 2024-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

School Bus Driver Shortage Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9733.

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 2024-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A Task Force will be established to investigate why school bus drivers are scarce, analyzing compensation, working conditions, and the impact of privatization.
  • The Task Force will develop and publish guidelines and best practices for schools aimed at increasing the reliability of student transportation.
  • Reports will include recommendations for Congress and state authorities, potentially leading to better pay and working conditions for drivers and more stable routes for children.
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. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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