Bill
AB 394
Overview: AB 394 - Relating to: driver education instruction related to school bus safety.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to enhance driver education curriculum in Wisconsin to i
Overview: AB 394 - Relating to: driver education instruction related to school bus safety.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to enhance driver education curriculum in Wisconsin to include instruction on safely sharing the road with school buses.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all driver education courses to include a unit on school bus safety, covering topics such as:
- Recognizing the flashing lights and stop arms of school buses
- Proper procedures for passing or following a school bus
- Yielding to school buses re-entering traffic
- Directs the Department of Public Instruction to develop model curriculum and training materials for the school bus safety unit
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- New drivers completing driver education courses in Wisconsin would receive the enhanced school bus safety training
- Improved driver awareness and behavior around school buses could help reduce accidents and improve the safety of students
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been introduced in the Wisconsin State Senate and is currently under consideration
- If passed, the new driver education requirements would take effect for courses starting in the 2026-2027 school year
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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