Hawaii SB837 aims to address the critical shortage of school bus drivers by authorizing the use of alternative vehicles for student transportation.

The bill, SB837, responds to Hawaii's severe shortage of school bus drivers by allowing the use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for student transportation. It mandates that these vehicles meet specific qualifications and safety standards. Exemptions for using non-school vehicles are granted under certain conditions, such as when school vehicles are unavailable or when compliance is impractical due to economic factors. The Department of Transportation is tasked with establishing safety rules and standards for these vehicles, including design, driver qualifications, and maintenance.

Hawaii SB837 aims to address the critical shortage of school bus drivers by authorizing the use of alternative vehicles for student transportation.

The bill, SB837, responds to Hawaii's severe shortage of school bus drivers by allowing the use of motorcoaches, small buses, and vans for student transportation. It mandates that these vehicles meet specific qualifications and safety standards. Exemptions for using non-school vehicles are granted under certain conditions, such as when school vehicles are unavailable or when compliance is impractical due to economic factors. The Department of Transportation is tasked with establishing safety rules and standards for these vehicles, including design, driver qualifications, and maintenance.