Bill > HB1564

This bill proposes to add a new section to the Texas Transportation Code that limits the maximum length of trains operating within the state. Specifically, the legislation prohibits railroad companies from operating or allowing trains that are 8,500 feet (approximately 1.6 miles) in length or longer on any rail lines in Texas. The provision aims to address potential safety, operational, or infrastructure concerns related to extremely long trains. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving railroad companies time to adjust their operations to comply with the new length restriction. By establishing this maximum train length, the legislation seeks to potentially improve railway safety, reduce potential blocking of crossings, and manage the operational complexity of extremely long train configurations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB1564