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NM HB119

NM HB119
Railroad Operation Personnel Requirement


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Introduced
01/16/2024
In Committee
01/24/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/24/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO RAILROAD SAFETY; REQUIRING AT LEAST TWO PERSONS FOR THE OPERATION OF A RAILROAD TRAIN OR LOCOMOTIVE THAT IS USED IN THE MOVEMENT OF FREIGHT.

AI Summary

This bill amends New Mexico's laws to require that all class 1 and class 2 railroads operating in the state have at least two crew members (an engineer and conductor) on any freight train or locomotive, except for certain limited operations like hostling and helper locomotives. For trains carrying radioactive materials, a minimum of three crew members is required, and the railroads must provide radiation counters and follow federal safety standards. The bill also defines key terms like "class 1 railroad" and "crew." The provisions of the bill will take effect on July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

House Transportation, Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee (09:00:00 1/30/2024 Room 305) (on 01/30/2024)

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