Bill > HB1117

This bill modifies Missouri's railroad safety regulations by introducing several key provisions. First, it prohibits blocking street crossings for more than 15 minutes, with exceptions for moving trains or those stopped for emergencies or necessary repairs. The bill also limits railroad train lengths to 8,500 feet on main tracks and branch lines. It mandates that freight trains have at least two qualified crew members, with exemptions for helper services, hostler services, and slow-moving trains during loading/unloading. The bill defines specific terms like "crew member" (a train operation employee), "helper service" (locomotive assistance), and "hostler service" (locomotive movement within a rail yard). Violations of the crew member requirement will result in escalating misdemeanor penalties, with fines ranging from $500 for a first offense to $1,000 for third or subsequent offenses. Additionally, the bill requires the confidentiality of train crew members' and engineers' personal information in incident reports, allowing access only to specific entities like the employing railroad, through court orders, or to law enforcement and transportation staff when necessary. If a crew member is found not at fault in an incident, their personal information must remain redacted from public reports.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1117&year=2025&code=R