An Act To Require Train Axle Bearing Sensors To Be Installed On Passenger Rail Lines
This bill requires rail operators to install infrared thermal sensors (called "hotbox detectors") every 20 miles on all railroad lines in Maine that carry passenger trains. The requirement begins January 1, 2027, and applies to any line operating passenger service within the state. These sensors monitor axle bearings for overheating as trains pass over the detectors.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 11, 2025
Last action May 20, 2025
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5
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Committee
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May 13, 2025
Legislature · Passed
Reported Out - ONTP
legislature
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joe Rafferty
DDemocratic
Co
Christina Mitchell
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Sayre
DDemocratic
Co
Henry Ingwersen
DDemocratic
Co
Jan Dodge
DDemocratic
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