Purpose
To amend the rule to allow class E driver’s license holders to operate small school buses and multifunction school activity buses that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) under 26,001 pounds and a seating capacity of 15 persons or fewer, including the driver, and to include requirements for operators of vehicles other than school buses that transport students. The additional requirements for operators of other vehicles that transport students are necessary pursuant to the passing of Chapter 2023-16, Laws of Florida, during the 2023 Legislative session.