Establishes "School Bus Safety and Child Protection Act," requires periodic criminal background checks for certain school employees; and prohibits interference with school bus monitoring devices.
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Overview
This bill, the "School Bus Safety and Child Protection Act," aims to enhance safety around school buses and protect students. It requires periodic criminal background checks for certain school employees, including bus drivers and aides, working in public and charter schools that receive state or federal funding. The bill also prohibits interference with school bus monitoring devices, such as cameras. It clarifies requirements for nonpublic schools and establishes a process for reporting criminal history results to county superintendents.
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James Beach
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