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MN SF596

Certain clearance requirements definitions for certain carriers clarification provision


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Introduced
01/27/2025
In Committee
01/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to railroads; clarifying certain definitions relating to clearance requirements for certain carriers; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 219.455.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies and updates definitions related to railroad terminology in Minnesota Statutes, specifically in section 219.455. The bill modifies several key terms: "depot company" is redefined from referring to a passenger station to a terminal constructed on behalf of a railroad or rail carrier; "yard track" is expanded to more precisely describe track usage, including movements subject to specific signals, rules, or instructions, and purposes such as train formation, car storage, and movements not authorized by standard timetables or train orders. The bill also adds a new definition for "terminal" which encompasses facilities where trains stop for passenger or freight transfers, where rolling stock is managed, and where trains can be serviced or repaired. These changes appear aimed at providing more comprehensive and precise language for describing railroad infrastructure and operations, which could help improve regulatory clarity and potentially standardize terminology across different railroad-related statutes and regulations.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Hearing (15:00:00 2/3/2025 ) (on 02/03/2025)

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