Bill > HB1839

This bill aims to regulate the length of trains operating within the state of Washington. It sets a maximum train length of 7,500 feet, with exceptions requiring approval from the Utilities and Transportation Commission (the Commission) for up to 10,000 feet. The bill imposes significant fines for violations, ranging from $25,000 for the first offense to doubled penalties for each subsequent offense. The Commission is tasked with enforcing the law and can authorize longer trains up to 10,000 feet with additional safety measures, such as requiring an additional crew member on the rear of the train. The bill also addresses trains entering Washington from outside the state, requiring them to comply with the length restrictions.