This bill amends current law to allow jointure commissions to provide transportation services to local school districts using school buses they own or lease without the requirement for public bidding. Previously, jointure commissions were subject to public bidding requirements when providing transportation services to public school districts that were not member districts as of January 1, 2004. The bill modifies several sections of the law to include jointure commissions alongside other public entities, such as cooperative transportation services agencies and educational services commissions, that are exempt from these bidding requirements when using their own or leased buses.

The changes made by this bill aim to streamline the process for jointure commissions, enabling them to offer transportation services more efficiently and cost-effectively. The bill specifies that jointure commissions must adhere to certain bid specifications and requirements, similar to those imposed on other public entities, while also eliminating the need for public bidding. This legislative update is intended to enhance the operational flexibility of jointure commissions in providing transportation services to local school districts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:39-11.2