All Roll Calls
Yes: 219 • No: 0
IllinoisSB0851104th General Assembly (2025–2026)SenateWALLET
TRANSPORTATION-TECH
Sponsored By: Laura M. Murphy (Democratic)
Became Law
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
20% yearly write-off for buses
Owners of vehicles used to transport students under this law can deduct 20% of the vehicle’s cost each year for five years. This write-off follows Section 29-5 of the School Code and lowers taxable income.
Safer vehicles for noncurriculum trips
For school trips that are not required and not part of a class for credit, schools must use limited vehicle types. Students in grade 12 or below may ride only in: a school bus; a vehicle built for up to 10 people including the driver; or an MFSAB built for up to 15 people including the driver.
Districts must insure student transport
School districts that provide transportation under this law must carry insurance. The insurance must cover losses or liability from the vehicle’s maintenance, operation, or use.
More bus options for learning trips
Students in grades 9–12 can ride in a multifunction school activity bus (MFSAB) for curriculum or career trips. The driver must have a valid school bus driver permit, and the bus must follow Illinois Vehicle Code Sections 6-106.11, 6-106.12, 12-707.01, 13-101, and 13-109. These buses cannot run regular routes between home and school. For curriculum or career activities, students in grade 12 or below must ride in a school bus or another listed vehicle; MFSABs are allowed only under these conditions. The law defines curriculum and career trips to include home-to-school trips, shuttles between schools, visits to colleges, job sites, vocational centers, regional safe schools, and trips that earn course credit. K–12 students with an IEP that requires a 1-to-5 staff ratio at Acacia Academy, Alexander Leigh, Marklund, Helping Hands Center, Connections Organization, Soaring Eagle Academy, or New Horizon Academy may also use an MFSAB for curriculum or career trips under the same rules.
Pickup trucks allowed for farm activities
If a student takes part in an agrarian-related activity, they may ride in a second-division pickup truck registered under Section 3-808.1(b)(7). The truck must weigh 12,000 pounds or less and have an enclosed cab with seatbelts for up to six passengers. This does not allow pickups for parades, homecoming, or similar noncurriculum events.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Laura M. Murphy
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Dave Vella
Democratic • House
Mary Beth Canty
Democratic • House
Michelle Mussman
Democratic • House
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 5/22/2025
Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed
Yes: 112 • No: 0
House vote • 5/21/2025
Do Pass / Short Debate Education Policy Committee;
Yes: 12 • No: 0
Senate vote • 5/8/2025
Third Reading - Passed;
Yes: 56 • No: 0
Senate vote • 5/7/2025
Senate Floor Amendment No. 3 Recommend Do Adopt Education;
Yes: 14 • No: 0
Senate vote • 4/30/2025
Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Recommend Do Adopt Education;
Yes: 14 • No: 0
Senate vote • 3/19/2025
Do Pass Executive;
Yes: 11 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0367
8/15/2025SenateEffective Date January 1, 2026
8/15/2025SenateGovernor Approved
8/15/2025SenateSent to the Governor
6/20/2025SenatePassed Both Houses
5/22/2025SenateAlternate Chief Co-Sponsor Changed to Rep. Mary Beth Canty
5/22/2025HouseAdded Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Mary Beth Canty
5/22/2025HouseThird Reading - Short Debate - Passed 112-000-000
5/22/2025HousePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
5/22/2025HouseHeld on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate
5/21/2025HouseSecond Reading - Short Debate
5/21/2025HousePlaced on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
5/21/2025HouseAdded Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Vella
5/21/2025HouseDo Pass / Short Debate Education Policy Committee; 012-000-000
5/21/2025HouseAlternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Rep. Michelle Mussman
5/20/2025HouseCommittee/Final Action Deadline Extended-9(b) May 31, 2025
5/13/2025HouseAssigned to Education Policy Committee
5/13/2025HouseReferred to Rules Committee
5/9/2025HouseFirst Reading
5/9/2025HouseChief House Sponsor Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch
5/8/2025HouseArrived in House
5/8/2025HouseSenate Floor Amendment No. 1 Tabled Pursuant to Rule 5-4(a)
5/8/2025SenateThird Reading - Passed; 056-000-000
5/8/2025SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading
5/8/2025SenateSenate Floor Amendment No. 3 Adopted; Murphy
5/8/2025Senate
Bill Text
Engrossed
Enrolled
Introduced
Senate Amendment 1
Senate Amendment 2
Senate Amendment 3