House Sponsors: LANG. Short description: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER COMPLAINTS Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code and the State Finance Act. Provides that any school bus operating in the State must display a toll free number that may be contacted to report improper operation of a school bus. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the Secretary of State shall adopt rules establishing the toll free number, establishing procedures for responding to the reports, and establishing procedures for forwarding the reports to school and law enforcement officials. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the Secretary of State's Office shall establish a division exclusively dedicated to receiving, investigating, and pursuing school bus complaints. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the same division of the Office shall be responsible for conducting administrative hearings relative to these complaints. Establishes the School Bus Toll Free Hotline Fund. Provides that moneys in the fund shall come from appropriations and shall be used to implement the activities required under the new Vehicle Code provisions. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status