S.2861

Creating a special commission to examine school bus safety

Introduced·9/4/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a special commission to assess and recommend updates to school bus safety standards in Massachusetts.

The bill creates a special commission to examine school bus safety in Massachusetts. The commission will be composed of members appointed by various state officials and educational organizations. It will assess and recommend updates to school bus safety standards, including the incorporation of safety sensors, additional monitors, and enhanced operator training. The commission will submit its findings and legislative drafts by December 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 15

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

Apr 15

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Jul 1

Senate

Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

May 28

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently

Apr 15

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 04/15/2026 from 10:00 AM-10:50 AM in B-1 Hearing updated to New End Time