HF303 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Third-party testing authorized by transit operators.
Related bill: SF40
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill allows school districts and transit operators that have their own third-party testing programs for school and transit bus drivers to enter into agreements with other districts or operators to conduct driver testing. These districts and operators can also seek reimbursement from those for whom they provide testing. Additionally, any agreements made under this scheme must receive approval from the relevant commissioner, and the tests must be conducted by certified third-party testers who are employed by the school districts or school bus companies running these testing programs.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
| February 16, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Allows transit operators to enter agreements for testing transit bus driver employees."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill allows transit operators to conduct third-party testing under section 171.3213.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies the requirement for third-party testing agreements to be approved by the commissioner."
]
},
"citation": "171.3213"
}
]