March 19 2024- The Kentucky House approved a bill on Friday aimed at addressing unruly behavior on school buses by requiring student and parental adherence to transportation policies and establishing clear consequences for misconduct. The bill, passed with a vote of 93-1, now moves to the Senate. Proponents argue that the measure will provide relief to bus drivers by outlining expectations for students and parents. While misbehavior on school buses is acknowledged as a statewide issue, discussions in the House primarily focused on Louisville’s school system, which faced disruptions in November due to a sickout organized by bus drivers. Student behavior was cited as a major concern prompting the sickout, resulting in the cancellation of nearly 100 routes.
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