LEGISLATIVE SERVICES AGENCY
OFFICE OF FISCAL AND MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS
200 W. Washington St., Suite 301
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
LS 6086 NOTE PREPARED: Oct 29, 2021
BILL NUMBER: SB 92 BILL AMENDED:
SUBJECT: School Bus Stops.
FIRST AUTHOR: Sen. Bohacek BILL STATUS: As Introduced
FIRST SPONSOR:
FUNDS AFFECTED:XGENERAL IMPACT: State & Local
XDEDICATED
FEDERAL
Summary of Legislation: This bill provides that a person driving a vehicle who approaches a stationary
school bus displaying alternately flashing amber lights must take certain actions to yield the right of way.
It provides that under certain conditions, including the display of alternately flashing amber lights, a school
bus driver may load or unload students without extending the school bus stop arm.
Effective Date: July 1, 2022.
Explanation of State Expenditures:
Explanation of State Revenues: The bill provides certain instances when a motorist may pass a school bus
with an extended stop arm. Under the bill, individuals who violate the allowances for passing a school bus
with an extended stop arm would be subject to a Class B infraction.
The maximum judgment for a Class B infraction is $1,000, which would be deposited in the state General
Fund. However, any additional revenue from the judgment and the associated court fees is likely to be small.
Explanation of Local Expenditures:
Explanation of Local Revenues: If additional court actions are filed and a judgment is entered, local
governments would receive revenue from court fees. However, any additional revenue is likely to be small.
State Agencies Affected: BMV.
SB 92 1 Local Agencies Affected: Trial courts, local law enforcement agencies.
Information Sources:
Fiscal Analyst: Bill Brumbach, 317-232-9559.
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