Bill > HB3289

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to enhance school transportation safety by creating comprehensive databases for school bus and first division vehicle insurance and safety inspections. The Secretary of State is now required to compile and annually update a database containing detailed information about vehicles used for school transportation, including the owner's name and address, liability insurance amount, submission and expiration dates, and the contracting school or entity. Additionally, the Department of Transportation must collect and maintain safety certificates for every school bus, first division vehicle, and multifunction school-activity bus that provides transportation services to elementary or secondary schools in the state. The bill also updates insurance requirements for these vehicles, mandating specific liability coverage amounts ranging from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 depending on the type of vehicle and its specific use. Vehicle owners must now submit proof of insurance with their registration and attest to meeting minimum insurance requirements, with potential registration revocation if they fail to provide required documentation. These changes aim to improve oversight and ensure safer transportation for students and school-related activities.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3289&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104