School Bus Safety Act: Mandatory Seat Belts, Automatic Braking, and Fire Protection.
This law mandates significant safety upgrades for school buses, directly enhancing the protection of children during their daily commute. Key changes include requiring three-point seat belts, automatic emergency braking systems, and enhanced fire suppression measures. The legislation also tightens training requirements for school bus operators to improve overall student transportation safety.
Key points
New large school buses must be equipped with three-point safety belts for every designated seat.
Mandatory installation of advanced safety technology, including Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), to prevent collisions.
New fire safety standards require fire suppression systems, improved firewalls, and less flammable interior materials.
School bus drivers must complete a minimum of 8 hours of practical, behind-the-wheel instruction on public roads.
Status:
Expired
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