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This bill establishes a minimum wage requirement specifically for school bus drivers in Texas, applying to public school districts with 4,500 or more students, open-enrollment charter schools, and transportation entities that contract with such districts or schools. Under the proposed legislation, these employers must pay school bus drivers (defined as individuals who transport students to or from school or school-related activities) a minimum hourly wage that is the higher of either $15 per hour or the federal minimum wage as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. By setting this wage standard, the bill aims to ensure fair compensation for school bus drivers, who play a critical role in student transportation. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving employers time to prepare for and implement the new wage requirements.

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