Illinois HB5163 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to update school bus driver permit requirements.
HB5163 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to update school bus driver permit requirements. It mandates that by January 1, 2027, the classroom course and written test for school bus drivers be available online. The bill outlines specific eligibility criteria for applicants, including age, driver's license status, and criminal background checks. It also details conditions under which the Secretary of State may suspend or cancel a permit, such as failing a drug test or being convicted of certain offenses.
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