Relates to lease terms for zero-emission school buses
This bill extends the maximum lease term for zero-emission school buses from 5 to 12 years, allowing school districts to secure long-term agreements without annual voter approval for these specific vehicles. It directly affects school districts purchasing or leasing zero-emission buses by permitting longer contracts (up to 12 years) compared to standard school buses (max 5 years). The key change adjusts budgeting rules so districts using 12-year leases for zero-emission buses must calculate related costs over the full lease period for funding purposes. The bill does not alter lease terms for conventional buses or require new voter approvals for standard bus leases.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 15, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Committee
3
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
May 28, 2025
Committee
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
upper
May 15, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Shelley Mayer
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Robert Jackson
DDemocratic/Working Families
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