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MN SF71
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2011
Primary Sponsor
Ann Rest
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AI Summary
- Allows school buses to be equipped with either approved lap belts or approved lap and shoulder belts for each passenger-seating position
- Requires school buses purchased after December 31, 2011 to be equipped with approved lap and shoulder belts for each passenger-seating position
- Establishes that passengers must use installed lap or shoulder belts unless they or their parent/guardian notify the school district in writing of intent not to wear them
- Provides liability protection for school districts, bus operators, and employees from personal injury claims solely based on a passenger not wearing a safety belt, while preserving liability for equipment maintenance failures
- Removes school buses from the general motor vehicle seat belt installation requirement under Minnesota Statutes section 169.685
Legislative Description
Seat belt equipment requirements for school buses modification
Last Action
Referred to Transportation
1/20/2011
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/20/2011
Full Bill Text
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