Benninghoff Bus Driver Testing Bill Passes Unanimously

March 18, 2025

HARRISBURG – Legislation authored by state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) that would do away with redundancy in the process by which school bus drivers are tested has been passed unanimously by the House.

“Bus drivers are currently required to take hearing tests,” Benninghoff said. “Those who use hearing aids and pass the first test must then have the hearing aids themselves tested by a certified audiologist. That’s not only redundant, it’s ridiculous!”

Benninghoff’s legislation would eliminate the need to test the hearing aid.

“There is simply no need to take this additional test as the driver’s hearing aid obviously works if he or she passes the original exam,” added Benninghoff. “In addition, hearing aid technology continues to evolve, and not all audiologists have the necessary equipment to perform the second test. House Bill 240 simply addresses a lack of common sense.”

House Bill 240 now goes to the Senate for consideration.

Questions about this or any state government issue should be directed to Benninghoff’s Bellefonte district office at 814-355-1300 or his Reedsville district office at 717-667-1175.

Representative Kerry Benninghoff
171st Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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