THE SCHOOL BOARD OF LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND A RULE
RULE NUMBERS/TITLES: Policy 8600.04 - Bus Operator, Qualifications, Certification, Discipline, and Termination
PURPOSE AND EFFECT: The revisions to Policy 8600.04 implement amendments to F.A.C. 6A-3.0141 and other provisions in F.S. 1006.25. The revisions include (1) a new definition of "bus operator," (2) an updated list of requirements that employees or contractors must meet prior to transporting students on a school bus, and (3) a requirement that the District obtain and review a driver's history record from the appropriate state on a weekly basis for any operator licensed in another state.
SUMMARY OF THE RULE: The safety and welfare of District students is of paramount importance to the School Board and transportation personnel of the District are charged with the responsibility of student transportation safety. Thus, it is essential that school buses be operated by properly qualified and licensed drivers who meet all other requirements of State and Federal laws, State Board rules, and Board policies for the transport of students.
LEGAL AUTHORITY: 1001.41, 1001.42, 1001.43, F.S.
LAW IMPLEMENTED: 1006.25, F.A.C. 6A-3.0141
EFFECTIVE DATE: June 17, 2026
ECONOMIC IMPACT: None
IMPACT ON SMALL
MINORITY BUSINESS FIRMS: None
A HEARING WILL BE HELD AT:
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
PLACE: Aquilina C. Howell Instructional Services Center,
3955 W. Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL
DATE: June 16, 2026
A COPY OF THE PROPOSED RULE MAY BE OBTAINED BY WRITING TO:
Policy Management
725 South Calhoun Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32301
(850) 487-7210
PUBLISHED: MAY 11, 2026
