Bill
HB 683
HB 683 allocates funds to hire more Student Transportation Coordinators, enhancing safe, reliable transport for students and improving service efficiency for families.
Bill Number: HB 683
Introduced: January 17, 2025
Status: Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 268)
Classification: Bill
Subject: Appropriation ($), Department of Education, Student Transportation Coordinators
HB 683 aims to enhance student transportation services within the state by appropriating funds to support the Department of Education (DOE) in hiring additional Student Transportation Coordinators. The bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of student transportation systems, ensuring that all students have safe and reliable access to transportation for their educational needs.
Funding Appropriation: The bill includes a financial appropriation to the DOE specifically designated for the hiring of Student Transportation Coordinators. The exact dollar amount for this appropriation is not specified in the provided information.
Coordination Improvement: The bill emphasizes the need for improved coordination of student transportation services, which may include route planning, safety protocols, and communication with parents and schools.
Support for Students: By increasing the number of coordinators, the bill aims to address current challenges in student transportation, potentially reducing wait times and enhancing overall service quality.
Department of Education: The DOE will be directly impacted as it will receive funding to hire additional personnel to manage student transportation more effectively.
Students and Families: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are students who rely on school transportation services, as well as their families, who will experience improved service reliability and safety.
School Districts: Local school districts may also see changes in how transportation services are managed and coordinated.
January 21, 2025: Bill referred to the committees on Education (EDN) and Finance (FIN).
February 7, 2025: Scheduled for a hearing by the EDN committee.
February 11, 2025: Passed Second Reading as amended and referred to the FIN committee.
February 20, 2025: FIN committee recommended passage with amendments.
February 28, 2025: Reported from FIN with further amendments and scheduled for Third Reading.
March 4, 2025: Passed Third Reading as amended with unanimous support and transmitted to the Senate.
March 6, 2025: Received from the House and referred to the Education and Ways and Means (WAM) committees in the Senate.
This summary provides an overview of HB 683, detailing its purpose, key provisions, affected parties, and legislative timeline to help readers understand the bill's significance in improving student transportation services.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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