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SB 968·MD·senate

Education - School Bus - Fire Safety Standards

Signed into LawFiled Feb 13, 2026
Sponsor: Gallion
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 524

Apr 9, 2026

Summary

The bill removes the mandate that school buses be built with specific fire‑resistant materials to pass a national upholstery fire‑block test. It directs the Motor Vehicle Administration, with departmental advice, to adopt regulations that promote fire safety on school buses. The changes become effective on July 1, 2026.

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