Senate Bill 392 aims to enhance driver education by mandating the inclusion of specific safety instruction related to school bus operations. The bill introduces new legal provisions in three sections of the statutes: 38.04 (4) (e) 10, 115.28 (11) (i), and 343.71 (5) (j). These provisions require that all approved driver education courses incorporate training on student crossing, the operation of school bus lights, and the circumstances under which drivers must stop for a stopped school bus, taking into account how these requirements may vary based on highway configurations.

The bill emphasizes the importance of school bus safety and aims to ensure that all drivers are adequately informed about the rules and responsibilities associated with school bus operations. The new requirements will apply to driver education courses that commence on or after the effective date of the legislation, thereby ensuring that future drivers are better prepared to navigate situations involving school buses and student safety.