The bill amends chapters 177 and 307 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by introducing two new sections focused on the use of zero-emission vehicles for school transportation. Section 177.089 outlines the provisions for contracts related to the transportation of pupils using zero-emission school buses, stipulating that such contracts can last up to fifteen years, with options for renewal and renegotiation based on economic factors. It also allows for leases or rentals of these buses under similar terms, ensuring compliance with existing laws. Section 307.377 establishes definitions and requirements for school buses, mandating that by January 1, 2037, all newly purchased or contracted school buses must be zero-emission vehicles where feasible. It provides a mechanism for school districts to request extensions if they can demonstrate that zero-emission technology is not viable for their specific routes due to terrain constraints. Additionally, it allows smaller school districts with fewer than 350 pupils to seek annual extensions until January 1, 2047, under similar conditions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6275H.01): 177.089, 307.377