AN ACT CONCERNING ILLEGALLY PASSING A SCHOOL BUS.

This bill updates laws regarding how drivers must behave when passing school buses and introduces new technology to enforce these rules. It requires all vehicles to stop at least ten feet away from a school bus with flashing red lights, while allowing traffic on divided highways to proceed without stopping. The legislation also permits municipalities and school districts to install digital camera systems on school buses that automatically record and report violations to police. If a violation is detected, the system can trigger a fine of $250, and the bill outlines how these fines can be used to pay for the monitoring equipment and services. Additionally, the law mandates that these cameras only record license plates to protect the privacy of passengers and other people nearby.