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Us Congress House Bill HB2360

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB2360

Introduced
3/26/25  
Refer
3/26/25  

Caption

To permanently extend the exemption from the engine compartment portion of the pre-trip vehicle inspection skills testing requirement for school bus drivers, and for other purposes.

Impact

If enacted, the bill could have significant implications for the training and hiring of school bus drivers across the country. By permanently instituting this exemption, it is anticipated that more individuals may be encouraged to pursue driving positions within the school transportation sector, potentially alleviating driver shortages that some areas have been experiencing. Furthermore, the bill represents an effort to simplify regulations that may have previously deterred prospective drivers from entering the field.

Summary

House Bill 2360 seeks to permanently extend the exemption from the engine compartment inspection component of the pre-trip vehicle inspection skills testing requirement for school bus drivers. This bill aims to streamline the process by which school bus drivers obtain their commercial drivers' licenses (CDLs) by eliminating the need to demonstrate proficiency in checking the engine compartment as part of their skills test. The exemption is intended to reduce the burden on new drivers entering the profession by making it easier for them to achieve the necessary qualifications.

Contention

Despite its potential benefits, there may be concerns regarding safety and preparedness. Critics might argue that removing the engine compartment inspection requirement could lead to a lack of necessary mechanical knowledge among drivers, potentially compromising the safety of school bus operations. Proponents, however, assert that the exemption still allows for other important aspects of vehicle safety checks to be performed, thereby maintaining a standard for operational safety while reducing barriers to entry for qualified drivers.

Congress_id

119-HR-2360

Policy_area

Transportation and Public Works

Introduced_date

2025-03-26

Companion Bills

US SB1284

Related Driving Forward Act

Previously Filed As

US HB9915

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US HB10520

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US HB10473

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US HB10510

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US SB5625

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US SB5579

A bill to prevent covered vehicle manufacturers from accessing, selling, or otherwise selling certain covered vehicle data, and for other purposes.

US HB10173

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US HB10516

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the credit for new clean vehicles, and for other purposes.

US HB10158

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US HB10514

To provide additional assistance to certain agricultural producers, and for other purposes.

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