Establish penalties for failing to obey a school crossing guard

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The bill adds new criminal offenses for drivers who fail to obey school crossing guards, sets mandatory jail time, fines and driver‑license suspensions, and clarifies when crossing guards are immune from civil suits. It also revises penalties for various traffic‑related crimes such as reckless operation, vehicular assault and homicide. The changes aim to improve safety around schools and strengthen consequences for dangerous driving.

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Hearings

• House Judiciary: H. B. No. 314, H. B. No. 556, H. B. No. 501, H. B. No. 527, H. B. No. 690
  House Judiciary · May 27, 2026
• House Judiciary: H. B. No. 211, H. B. No. 693, H. B. No. 528, H. B. No. 459, H. B. No. 345, H. B. No. 690
  House Judiciary · Mar 11, 2026
• House Judiciary: H. B. No. 203, H. B. No. 690, H. B. No. 459, H. B. No. 345, H. B. No. 696, H. B. No. 314, H. B. No. 491
  House Judiciary · Mar 4, 2026

History

1. Feb 18, 2026Referred to committee
2. Feb 10, 2026Introduced

Sponsors

• Tom Young · sponsor
• Andrea White
• Bernard Willis

Bill text

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