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NY A01287

NY A01287
Provides that no person operating or controlling any Class I railroad or Class II railroad shall allow the operation of any railroad train or locomotive for the movement of freight unless such railroad train or locomotive has a crew of not less than two individuals; provides exemptions; defines terms; imposes civil penalties.


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Introduced
01/08/2021
In Committee
05/16/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Provides that no person operating or controlling any Class I railroad or Class II railroad shall allow the operation of any railroad train or locomotive for the movement of freight unless such railroad train or locomotive has a crew of not less than two individuals; provides exemptions; defines terms; imposes civil penalties.

AI Summary

This bill requires that any Class I or Class II railroad operating a freight train or locomotive in New York state must have a crew of at least two individuals, with some exemptions for switching service. The bill defines key terms such as "Class I railroad," "Class II railroad," and "switching service." It also imposes civil penalties for violations, ranging from $250 to $10,000 depending on the number of prior violations. The bill includes a severability clause and provisions for its effective date and implementation.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

substituted by s3953b (on 05/31/2022)

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