HB5163

VEH CD-SCH BUS DRIVER PERMIT

Introduced·2/5/26

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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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 25

10:00 AM

House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee Hearing

Mar 19

10:00 AM

House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee Hearing

History

Apr 17

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 17

House

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 8

House

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rules Refers to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety