New York A03434 requires school bus drivers and attendants to complete training in the needs of preschool special education students.

New York A03434 amends the vehicle and traffic law to mandate that school bus drivers and attendants who ride with children attending preschool special education programs must complete training in the needs of such children. This training is to be provided at least once per year or more frequently as determined by the commissioner of education in consultation with the state comprehensive school bus driver safety training council. The bill also outlines the criteria for screening applicants for school bus attendant positions and the dissemination of criminal history information.

New York A03434 requires school bus drivers and attendants to complete training in the needs of preschool special education students.

New York A03434 amends the vehicle and traffic law to mandate that school bus drivers and attendants who ride with children attending preschool special education programs must complete training in the needs of such children. This training is to be provided at least once per year or more frequently as determined by the commissioner of education in consultation with the state comprehensive school bus driver safety training council. The bill also outlines the criteria for screening applicants for school bus attendant positions and the dissemination of criminal history information.