The bill modifies existing transportation laws in Minnesota regarding school buses. It amends the definition of a "school bus" to include vehicles used for training purposes for school employees, in addition to transporting students to and from school or school-related activities. Furthermore, it mandates that all school buses must obtain a USDOT number for tracking inspections. The bill also allows the use of school buses on public roads for training purposes, and it introduces new requirements for first aid kits in school buses, specifying that vehicles manufactured in 2027 or later must meet the National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures (NSTSP) standards.

Additionally, the bill updates the first aid kit requirements by replacing the previous minimum of a ten-unit kit with a specification that newer vehicles must comply with NSTSP standards, while older vehicles may still use the ten-unit kit or an NSTSP-compliant kit. It also clarifies that certain restrictions on bus appearances do not apply to buses operated by licensed commercial driver training schools. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety and compliance in school transportation.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 169.011, 169.444, 169.448, 169.449, 169.454
1st Engrossment: 169.011, 169.444, 169.448, 169.449, 169.454
2nd Engrossment: 169.011, 169.448, 169.449, 169.454