GA HB42

State Board of Education required to distribute up to 100% of projected student transportation costs to local school districts, with cost calculations updated twice yearly (by March 1 and November 1) and published on the Department of Education website

Minimum salary for school vehicle drivers increased from $500 to $2,000 per month for 12 months, with the State Board required to collaborate with local districts on transportation cost calculations

Students living within 1.5 miles of school who cannot safely walk due to lack of sidewalks, bike lanes, congested intersections, or other unsafe conditions become eligible for state transportation funding

Definition of "school vehicle" expanded beyond traditional school buses to include other vehicles designated for student transportation, with corresponding updates to driver qualifications and vehicle standards

Removes requirement that regular transportation services must be fully funded before funding other transportation services such as field trips and work experience programs