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SB156Introduced in the Senate

Railroads - Required Crew for Movement of Freight

IntroducedSenate Finance

Introduced by Arthur Ellis, District 28

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Prohibiting a railroad train used in connection with the movement of freight from being operated in the State unless it has at least two crew members, subject to certain exceptions; providing a penalty for a first offense of up to $10,000 or in the case of a willful violation within the immediately preceding 3 years, or a fine of up to $25,000; etc.

Where it stands

Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m.

January 21, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Pre-filed

  2. First Reading Finance

  3. Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m.

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