Enact the School Bus Safety Act

SB 329, known as the School Bus Safety Act, establishes a civil penalty system to fine drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses, even when those drivers cannot be identified. The bill creates a dedicated fund from these penalties that the state will use to grant money to school districts for upgrading bus safety features, such as cameras, warning lights, and seat belts. Additionally, the legislation designates August as School Bus Safety Awareness Month to increase public knowledge about the importance of stopping for school buses.