Relating to railroads.
Summary
Requires that trains and light engines transporting freight must have two crew members. Provides exceptions. Imposes civil penalties for violation. Makes violation Class D violation, punishable by maximum fine of $250.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2019
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 18, 2019
Last action Jul 1, 2019
Floor votes
How they voted
No floor votes recorded yet.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Jul 1, 2019
Lower · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
lower
Feb 25, 2019
Committee
Referred to Transportation.
lower
Feb 18, 2019
Introduced
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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