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This bill increases the penalties for drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus in Mississippi, which is defined as a vehicle that has stopped on the street or highway with flashing red lights or an extended stop sign to pick up or drop off children. For a first offense, the fine will now range from $1,000 to $2,000, and the driver's license will be suspended for 60 days, in addition to potential jail time. For subsequent offenses within a five-year period, the fine will range from $2,000 to $3,000, and the driver's license will be suspended for a full year, also with the possibility of jail time. These stricter penalties are intended to enhance the safety of children boarding or exiting school buses.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0530.xml