Requires mental health evaluations for school bus drivers.

This proposed bill (S 1746) would require all school bus drivers in New Jersey - employed by public, private, or parochial schools - to undergo a mental health evaluation by a State-licensed professional before being hired and when renewing their license. The evaluation would assess moral fitness and whether the driver exhibits behavior concerns as defined by the Motor Vehicle Commission. This requirement would be added to existing mandatory medical exams for drugs/alcohol and vision/hearing tests already required for school bus drivers. The bill aims to enhance safety standards for student transportation by expanding health screenings beyond current physical and substance-use requirements.