This bill amends Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, focusing on the licensing of drivers and regulations concerning school buses and vehicles transporting school children. Key changes include the introduction of new penalties for failing to stop for school vehicles with flashing red lights, with specific point assessments and suspensions outlined for violations. The bill also clarifies the requirements for school vehicles, including the activation of hazard warning lights before stopping and the conditions under which drivers must stop for school vehicles. Additionally, it establishes a surcharge for violations related to school bus safety.

The bill makes several insertions and deletions to existing legal language, notably replacing references to "school bus" with "school vehicle" in various sections to broaden the scope of the law. It also introduces new identification requirements for school vehicles that pick up and discharge children on highways, mandating additional lighting and signage. The overall aim of the bill is to enhance safety for school children and ensure compliance with traffic regulations related to school transportation.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 2100 (Jul 08, 2025): 75-1535(a)