Senate Bill 699 proposes amendments to the statutes regarding pupil transportation services, specifically increasing the capacity limits for vehicles used in such services. The bill raises the maximum number of passengers that can be transported in non-emergency situations from nine to 14, and in emergency situations from 10 or more to 15 or more. This change allows for greater flexibility in the types of vehicles that can be utilized for transporting students, particularly when regular transportation options are unavailable.

Additionally, the bill modifies the insurance requirements for vehicles transporting students. It stipulates that if a vehicle is not owned or leased by a school or school bus contractor and is transporting 14 or fewer passengers, it must have a minimum property damage coverage of $10,000 and bodily injury liability coverage of at least $25,000 per person, with a total limit of $50,000 per accident. These amendments aim to enhance the availability and safety of pupil transportation services in Wisconsin.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 121.555(1)(a), 121.555, 121.555(1)(b), 121.555(2)(a)