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NY S03953
NY S03953Provides 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
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
05/25/2022
05/25/2022
Crossed Over
05/31/2022
05/31/2022
Passed
12/02/2022
12/02/2022
Dead
Vetoed
12/09/2022
12/09/2022
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 no person operating or controlling a Class I or Class II railroad in New York state shall allow the operation of any freight train or locomotive with a crew of less than two individuals, with an exception for trains engaged in 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 it to expire if it is determined to render New York ineligible for federal funds or out of compliance with federal law.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
VETOED MEMO.95 (on 12/09/2022)
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