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OK HB1075

OK HB1075
Railroads; stating legislative intent; requiring certain railroad operators have two crewmembers; making certain exceptions; effective date.


summary

Introduced
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to railroads; stating legislative intent; requiring certain railroad operators have two crewmembers; making certain exceptions; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill requires certain railroad operators within the state of Oklahoma to maintain a minimum of two crewmembers in the control compartment of the lead locomotive unit of a train, with some exceptions for activities like switching operations, brake testing, and safety inspections. The bill also states that this requirement is intended to protect the health, safety, security, and welfare of Oklahoma residents by reducing risk exposure to local communities and environmentally sensitive areas. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (34)

Last Action

House Committee HB1075 FULLPCS2 KEN LUTTRELL-JBH - HB1075 FULLPCS2 KEN LUTTRELL-JBH (on 02/14/2024)

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