Bill > HF3436

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 169.444, subdivision 1, to clarify and strengthen the requirement for vehicles to stop when approaching a school bus that is stopped and displaying flashing red lights, which indicate children are getting on or off the bus. The bill changes the word "shall" to "must" to emphasize the mandatory nature of this action, and it removes the mention of an extended stop-signal arm, focusing solely on the flashing red lights as the signal to stop. Additionally, it adds a provision explaining that a school bus displaying prewarning flashing amber lights serves as a warning that the flashing red lights are about to be activated, at which point traffic must not come within 20 feet of the bus. This change aims to improve child safety by ensuring drivers are aware and prepared to stop when a school bus is picking up or dropping off students.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3436/