Amends TCA Title 29, Chapter 20.
Tennessee SB0408 prohibits governmental entities and local boards of education from extending liability immunity to independent school bus contractors, specifically distinguishing between contractors and independent school bus owners/operators. The bill requires that contracts for school-related transportation services include liability insurance coverage sufficient to meet legal requirements, and allows for a certificate of insurance to serve as evidence of this coverage, listing the local board of education as an additional insured party.
Tennessee SB0408 prohibits governmental entities and local boards of education from extending liability immunity to independent school bus contractors, specifically distinguishing between contractors and independent school bus owners/operators. The bill requires that contracts for school-related transportation services include liability insurance coverage sufficient to meet legal requirements, and allows for a certificate of insurance to serve as evidence of this coverage, listing the local board of education as an additional insured party.
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