The bill amends Section 31-51-2 of the General Laws in Chapter 31-51, titled "School Bus Safety Enforcement," to authorize school departments in the state to install and operate live digital video school bus violation detection monitoring systems. These systems are designed to monitor and detect violations of school bus traffic laws, specifically violations of § 31-20-12. The new legal language specifies that the systems must produce live visual images, recorded images of license plates, and document the time, date, and location of violations, along with a signed affidavit from a witness. Additionally, the bill introduces a timeline for compliance, mandating that all new school buses must be equipped with these systems by July 1, 2027, and all school buses, both new and used, must have them installed by July 1, 2032.

Furthermore, the bill allows school departments to enter into agreements with private corporations or other entities to provide, maintain, and operate these monitoring systems. The language also clarifies that the term "used" is replaced with "use," and the requirement for systems to "must" is changed to "shall." This act is set to take effect upon passage, emphasizing the importance of enhancing school bus safety through technological advancements.