H 1779
An Act relative to school bus stop safety
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Bill overview
This bill aimed to protect students waiting at school bus stops by prohibiting certain sex offenders from loitering within 500 feet of those locations. The legislation sought to increase safety for children traveling to and from school. While the bill was introduced and heard in committees, it ultimately failed to pass. It was accompanied by a study order to examine related issues.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Kimberly N. Ferguson
Paul K. Frost
Todd M. Smola
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