in-20250903-IR-575240635RNA: STATUTORY AUTHORITY: IC 20-27-3-4; IC 20-27-3-6

TITLE 575 STATE SCHOOL BUS COMMITTEE  Notice of Public Comment Period for Rule Readoption LSA Document #24-635 Readopts rules in anticipation of IC 4-22-2.6, providing that an administrative rule adopted under IC 4-22-2 expires January 1 of the fifth year after the year in which the rule takes effect unless the rule contains an earlier expiration date. Effective 30 days after filing with the publisher. STATUTORY AUTHORITY: IC 20-27-3-4; IC 20-27-3-6 OVERVIEW Rules to be readopted without changes are as follows: Rules to be repealed are as follows: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS UNDER IC 4-22-2.6-4 575 IAC 1-1-4.6 is required by IC 20-27-3-6. There is no duplication in other laws, it is easy to comprehend, and is routinely enforced through annual school bus inspections. There are no alternative methods to achieving the purpose of 575 IAC 1-1-4.6 that are less costly or intrusive. 575 IAC 1-5.5 clarifies the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. There is no duplication of standards in state or federal laws. 575 IAC 1-5.5 is routinely enforced through school bus inspections. There is a continued need for 575 IAC 1-8, as required by IC 20-27-3-4. 575 IAC 1-8 is easily enforced through records audits by the IDOE. There are no fees, fines, or civil penalties associated with violations of these rules. There are no changes in circumstances that affect previous cost benefit, economic impact, fiscal impact, or regulatory burden statements prepared for these rules. REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT The State School Bus Committee is soliciting public comment on rules expiring under IC 4-22-2.6. Comments may be submitted in one of the following ways: COMMENT PERIOD DEADLINE All comments must be postmarked or time stamped not later than October 3, 2025. Legislative Notice for Rule Readoption: 20241227-IR-575240635LNA Readoption Review: 20250903-IR-575240635RAA Submitted to Publisher: August 26, 2025