Bill > LB1212

This bill adopts the Railroad Safety Act, which aims to improve railroad safety in Nebraska. The key provisions include: 1) Limiting the length of trains carrying hazardous substances on main lines to 8,500 feet; 2) Requiring railroads to install and maintain wayside detector systems to monitor for defects; 3) Allowing railroad employees to report safety violations and empowering their union representatives to investigate; 4) Authorizing the Public Service Commission to fine railroads for violations; 5) Requiring railroads to provide training to local fire departments on responding to incidents; and 6) Mandating that railroads transporting hazardous substances maintain adequate insurance coverage. The bill also amends existing law to grant the Public Service Commission jurisdiction over railroad carrier safety.