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MA S2646

MA S2646
Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers


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Introduced
04/23/2020
In Committee
04/23/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require medical exams for certain school bus drivers, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2646).

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to require school bus drivers in Massachusetts to undergo medical exams by a licensed physician or a medical professional listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners within a six-month period, instead of the previous requirement of a licensed physician within a three-month period. This change aims to ensure that school bus drivers maintain appropriate medical standards for operating school buses and transporting students safely.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Transportation (J)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/23/2020)

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