Iowa SSB1161 modifies school bus driver authorization requirements, exempting drivers from course completion unless the employing school district.

Iowa SSB1161 amends the school bus driver authorization process by exempting drivers from completing an approved course unless the hiring school district requires it. If a district mandates the course, drivers must complete it before or within six months of employment and every 24 months thereafter. If a driver fails to provide proof of course completion, their employer must report this to the Department of Education, leading to the revocation of their authorization.

Iowa SSB1161 modifies school bus driver authorization requirements, exempting drivers from course completion unless the employing school district.

Iowa SSB1161 amends the school bus driver authorization process by exempting drivers from completing an approved course unless the hiring school district requires it. If a district mandates the course, drivers must complete it before or within six months of employment and every 24 months thereafter. If a driver fails to provide proof of course completion, their employer must report this to the Department of Education, leading to the revocation of their authorization.