Jackie Walorski Enhancing Necessary Data on Illegal School Bus Passing Act

Bill 118 hr 3998, also known as the Jackie Walorski Enhancing Necessary Data on Illegal School Bus Passing Act, aims to address the issue of illegal passing of school buses. The bill was introduced by Representative Jackie Walorski and is currently being considered in the US Congress.

The main purpose of this bill is to enhance data collection on incidents of illegal passing of school buses in order to better understand the scope of the problem and develop effective strategies to prevent it. The bill would require states to report data on illegal passing incidents to the Department of Transportation, which would then be used to analyze trends and identify areas where additional safety measures may be needed.

Additionally, the bill would provide funding for states to implement programs to educate the public about the dangers of illegal passing and to enforce laws related to school bus safety. This includes funding for increased law enforcement presence near school bus stops and for the installation of cameras on school buses to capture footage of illegal passing incidents. Overall, the Jackie Walorski Enhancing Necessary Data on Illegal School Bus Passing Act seeks to improve the safety of students who rely on school buses for transportation by addressing the issue of illegal passing. By collecting data, increasing public awareness, and providing funding for enforcement efforts, this bill aims to reduce the number of dangerous incidents involving school buses and protect the lives of children.