Bill > S2098

This bill, known as "Summer's Law", amends the Massachusetts General Laws to enhance school bus safety. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring school buses to be equipped with sensors on all sides and doors to detect the presence of persons within 12 feet of the bus, and prevent the driver from proceeding until the area is clear. 2) Expanding the pre-service and in-service training programs for school bus drivers to include a minimum number of hours focused on the safe loading and unloading of students and awareness of school bus danger zones. 3) Directing the Commissioner of Education and Registrar to promulgate necessary rules, regulations, or procedures to administer the law. The overall goal of the bill is to improve safety for students getting on and off school buses by using technology and enhanced driver training.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2098