The bill establishes the Special Education Transportation Task Force in New Jersey, aimed at studying and recommending best practices for the transportation of students receiving special education and related services. The task force will focus on preventing, identifying, and responding to medical and behavioral emergencies that may arise during transportation. It will consist of 18 members, including key officials from the Department of Education and 14 public members appointed by the Governor, who will represent various stakeholders, including educators, healthcare professionals, and parents of children with special needs.

The task force is tasked with reviewing best practices from other states, current transportation policies, and identifying concerns related to safety, equipment access, communication with parents, and staffing needs. It is required to issue a report with its recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature within 12 months of its organization. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and school districts to ensure appropriate transportation services for students with special education needs. The act will take effect immediately and will expire upon the issuance of the task force's report.