This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 169.444, subdivision 1, to enhance safety measures for children getting on or off school buses. It requires that when a school bus is displaying red lights, drivers of approaching vehicles must stop at least 20 feet away from the bus. The previous requirement for drivers to stop when the bus extends its stop-signal arm has been modified, emphasizing the necessity to stop for the flashing red lights instead.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision stating that when a school bus displays prewarning flashing amber lights, it signals to drivers that the bus is about to activate its flashing red lights, and they must not encroach within 20 feet of the bus during this time. The bill will take effect the day following its final enactment, ensuring immediate implementation of these safety measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 169.444