MS HB7

Amends school bus stop law (Section 63-3-615) to prohibit drivers from deviating from the roadway, street, or highway while stopped for a school bus, in addition to existing prohibition on proceeding.

Increases penalties for violating school bus stop provisions: first offense $350-$750 fine or up to 1 year imprisonment; second or subsequent offense within 5 years $750-$1,500 fine or up to 1 year imprisonment plus 90-day license suspension.

Creates new aggravated assault charge (Section 97-3-7) for causing any injury to a child boarding or exiting a school bus during a school bus stop violation, with mandatory minimum 5-year imprisonment and maximum 20-year sentence.

Designates the new child injury provision as the "Amiya Braxton Amendment."

Effective July 1, 2025.