Permits school districts to utilize on-demand micro transit programs for provision of pupil transportation services; establishes grant program to incentivize use of on-demand micro transit programs for pupil transportation.

This bill allows New Jersey school districts to hire on-demand micro transit services to transport students to and from school, with specific rules for student age and parental consent. It creates a grant program to encourage districts to use these services and defines the technology required, such as GPS tracking that sends trip confirmations to parents. The legislation also outlines safety requirements for drivers, including background checks and training, while clarifying that these drivers do not need commercial licenses. Additionally, the bill specifies that transportation providers must carry liability insurance and that school districts will not be held liable for injuries occurring during these rides.