Bill > S02112

This bill requires all school buses transporting students in kindergarten through sixth grade to or from school or school-related activities to have either a school bus attendant or a school bus monitor on board. The bill defines these roles specifically: a school bus attendant is responsible for maintaining order and helping children under 13 or students with disabilities board and leave the bus, including helping them cross the street if necessary. A school bus monitor is tasked with assisting children in safely getting on and off the bus and helping the bus driver maintain proper student behavior. This legislation aims to enhance student safety during school transportation by ensuring additional supervision and assistance for younger students and those with special needs. The bill will take effect on the first of July following its passage into law, which represents a new requirement for school districts to provide this additional personnel on buses serving elementary and early middle school students.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2112