Washington SB5009 revises student transportation vehicle categories and reimbursement processes for school districts.

Washington SB5009 amends the state's student transportation laws by establishing competitive specifications for different categories of student transportation vehicles, including school buses and district-owned passenger cars. The superintendent of public instruction, in consultation with regional transportation coordinators, sets these specifications to minimize long-term operating costs. School districts and educational service districts must use a competitive bid process to purchase vehicles and are reimbursed based on the lowest quote for the base vehicle in each category.

Washington SB5009 revises student transportation vehicle categories and reimbursement processes for school districts.

Washington SB5009 amends the state's student transportation laws by establishing competitive specifications for different categories of student transportation vehicles, including school buses and district-owned passenger cars. The superintendent of public instruction, in consultation with regional transportation coordinators, sets these specifications to minimize long-term operating costs. School districts and educational service districts must use a competitive bid process to purchase vehicles and are reimbursed based on the lowest quote for the base vehicle in each category.