MI HB6028

Establishes physical specifications for Type I and Type II school buses, including maximum width of 102 inches, maximum length of 45 feet for Type I buses, and minimum interior heights of 72 inches (Type I) and 60 inches (Type II).

Requires school bus drivers to possess a valid chauffeur's license with passenger vehicle and school bus endorsements, and prohibits drivers with 7 or more penalty points for moving violations or restricted licenses from operating school buses.

Mandates school bus drivers complete entry-level safety education courses within 90 days of enrollment and 6-hour continuing education courses every 2 years, with state reimbursement for instruction costs and driver compensation at base rate.

Specifies school bus lighting procedures for pupil pickup and discharge, including activation of flashing lights at least 200 feet before stops and use of hazard warning lights in certain low-speed scenarios where pupils do not cross roadways.

Permits schools to allow non-student use of idle school buses for transporting senior citizens, disabled persons, and nonprofit organization participants, subject to administrative approval and adequate insurance coverage.