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Relating to special stops required for on-track equipment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Scot Heckert

HB 3292: Relating to Special Stops for On-Track Equipment OverviewBill Number: HB 3292 Title: Relating to special stops required for on-track equipment Status: To Judiciary Intr

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Bill Summary · HB 3292

HB 3292: Relating to Special Stops for On-Track Equipment

Overview

Bill Number: HB 3292
Title: Relating to special stops required for on-track equipment
Status: To Judiciary
Introduced: February 25, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of HB 3292 is to enhance safety at railroad crossings by requiring on-track equipment, such as maintenance vehicles and inspection trolleys, to come to a complete stop before proceeding across public roads. This legislation aims to reduce the risk of collisions between on-track equipment and motor vehicles at these intersections.

Key Provisions

  • Requires all on-track equipment to come to a full stop at least 50 feet before any public road crossing
  • Mandates that on-track equipment operators visually confirm that no vehicles are approaching the crossing before proceeding
  • Establishes penalties for on-track equipment operators who fail to comply with the new stop requirements
  • Directs the state Department of Transportation to develop and implement educational campaigns to inform the public and on-track equipment operators about the new law

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • On-track equipment operators, including railroad maintenance crews and inspection teams, who will be required to follow the new stop procedures
  • Drivers of motor vehicles who will benefit from the increased safety measures at railroad crossings
  • Railroad companies, which may need to update training and operating procedures for their on-track equipment fleets

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HB 3292 has been referred to the Judiciary Committee for consideration. If passed by the committee and the full state legislature, the bill would take effect 90 days after the governor's signature, giving railroad operators time to implement the new stop requirements.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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