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NM SB167

NM SB167
Minimum Crew For Train Operation


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Introduced
01/31/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO RAILROAD SAFETY; REQUIRING MINIMUM CREW FOR OPERATION OF A RAILROAD TRAIN OR LOCOMOTIVE IN NEW MEXICO; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES.

AI Summary

This bill requires a minimum crew of two persons for the operation of freight trains and locomotives in New Mexico, with exceptions for hostling, helper operations, and remote control locomotives in railyards or as otherwise provided by federal law or regulation. It imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 for the first violation and up to $5,000 for each subsequent violation by a railroad or railroad supervisor.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Sent to STBTC - Referrals: STBTC/SJC (on 01/31/2021)

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