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ID H0535
ID H0535Amends existing law to provide for an increased fine for a first violation of overtaking a school bus and misdemeanor penalties for second and subsequent violations.
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Introduced
02/09/2024
02/09/2024
In Committee
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
RELATING TO TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT; AMENDING SECTION 49-1422, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING FINES AND PENALTIES FOR OVERTAKING AND PASSING A SCHOOL BUS AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN MONEYS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to increase the fine for a first violation of overtaking a school bus from $200 to $300. It also introduces misdemeanor penalties for second and subsequent violations, including a fine of $600 to $1,000 and/or up to 6 months in jail. The bill also modifies the use of funds from these fines, directing them towards school bus stop arm software, equipment, and training to enforce the law, with oversight from the State Department of Education. The bill declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Transportation and Defense Committee (House)
Last Action
Reported Printed and Referred to Transportation & Defense (on 02/12/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0535/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0535.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0535SOP.pdf |
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