Bill > A08607

This bill amends the New York State Penal Law by adding a new provision that makes it assault in the second degree to intentionally cause physical injury to a school bus operator, monitor, or attendant. Specifically, the bill adds a new subdivision to Section 120.05 of the penal law that defines such an assault as a second-degree offense when the perpetrator has the intent to cause physical injury to these school transportation workers. Currently, assault on these specific school transportation employees might not have been explicitly categorized as second-degree assault. By creating this specific legal classification, the bill aims to provide additional legal protection for school bus operators, monitors, and attendants, potentially serving as a deterrent to violence against these transportation workers who play a critical role in student safety. The bill will go into effect 90 days after it becomes law, giving time for implementation and awareness of the new legal provision.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8607