Florida § 427.0158 - School bus and public transportation.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 427.0158 — School bus and public transportation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 427.0158. School bus and public transportation.
(1) The community transportation coordinator shall maximize the use of public school transportation and public fixed route or fixed schedule transit service for the transportation of the transportation disadvantaged. (2) The school boards shall cooperate in the utilization of their vehicles to enhance coordinated transportation disadvantaged services by providing information as requested by the community transportation coordinator and by allowing the use of their vehicles at actual cost upon request when those vehicles are available for such use and are not transporting students. (3) The public transit fixed route or fixed schedule system shall cooperate in the utilization of its regular service to enhance coordinated transportation disadvantaged services by providing the information as requested by the community transportation coordinator. The community transportation coordinator may request, without limitation, the following information: (a) A copy of all current schedules, route maps, system map, and fare structure; (b) A copy of the current charter policy; (c) A copy of the current charter rates and hour requirements; and (d) Required notification time to arrange for a charter.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 427.0158
What does Florida Statutes § 427.0158 cover?
Section 427.0158 ("School bus and public transportation.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 427.0158?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 427.0158" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 427.0158 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Florida.