Increases penalties for violation of overtaking and passing a school bus

This bill increases the fines and potential jail time for drivers who illegally pass or overtake a stopped school bus. It directly affects motorists who violate traffic laws regarding school bus safety zones. The law establishes a tiered penalty system where first-time offenders face fines between $250 and $400, while repeat offenders within a three-year period face significantly higher fines ranging from $600 to $1,500 and longer possible prison sentences. These stricter punishments take effect on November 1st following the bill's passage.