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Senate approves bill letting certified school districts inspect buses, despite safety concerns
Summary
The Senate passed House Bill 45 to allow school districts that meet certification and oversight criteria to inspect their own school buses, 18‑5. Opponents warned the change could create conflicts of interest and risk children’s safety; supporters said the bill increases oversight and gives Public Safety audit powers.
The Utah Senate voted to advance House Bill 45, a measure that lets school districts perform inspections of their own school buses if they meet training and certification standards set by the Department of Public Safety and maintain a comprehensive maintenance plan. The bill passed the floor with a roll‑call result recorded as 18 aye votes and 5 nay votes.
Supporters said the change is intended to improve safety by allowing…
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