Requires drivers to stop at railroad crossings for any on-track equipment in addition to trains
HB 3318 requires drivers to stop at railroad crossings whenever any on-track equipment (such as maintenance vehicles) is present, not just when trains are approaching. This expands existing safety rules that already mandate stops for trains, adding clear language to cover all moving equipment on the tracks. Drivers must stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail and wait until it's safe to proceed, applying to scenarios like warning signals, lowered gates, or visible approaching equipment. The bill directly affects all drivers passing railroad crossings, with penalties for violations including a class C misdemeanor. It does not change other existing crossing rules, such as stopping for insufficient clearance or commercial vehicle speed requirements.
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in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 17, 2026
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Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Hardy Billington
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