The proposed bill, known as "Lens' Law," aims to enhance school bus safety in Massachusetts by establishing a grant program for the implementation of safety technology. Specifically, it mandates the transportation division to create a Massachusetts school bus safety technology grant program that allows school districts to apply for funding to install sensors on school buses. These sensors are designed to detect the presence of objects in front of and behind the buses, thereby improving safety for students. The bill also requires the transportation division to prepare an annual report evaluating the effectiveness of the grant program and making recommendations for future improvements.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law to require that all school buses be equipped with these sensors, with the design and installation adhering to regulations set by the department of public utilities transportation oversight division. The regulations must be established within 180 days of the bill's effective date, and the requirement for sensor installation will take effect 360 days after these regulations are promulgated. This legislation is deemed an emergency law, emphasizing the urgent need for improved safety measures for school transportation.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 90-7B