Relieving railroad companies of liability during parades under certain circumstances

SB 395 modifies West Virginia law to protect railroad companies from liability for injuries occurring at crossings during parades organized by schools, municipalities, counties, or public entities. To qualify for this protection, the parade organizer must notify the railroad company of the parade timing, and the railroad must stop at least one train during the parade period. The bill specifically removes liability for injuries to people using the crossing during these designated parade times under these conditions. This change directly affects railroad operators, public event organizers, and pedestrians using crossings during permitted parades.