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ME LD1644
ME LD1644An Act to Require Train Axle Bearing Sensors to Be Installed on Passenger Rail Lines
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Introduced
04/11/2025
04/11/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2025
05/20/2025
Introduced Session
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill requires the installation of a hotbox detector every 20 miles on a railroad line that operates in the State on which a passenger train operates, beginning January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill requires the installation of hotbox detectors every 20 miles on railroad lines in Maine that are used by passenger trains, starting January 1, 2027. A hotbox detector is a sophisticated sensor system that uses infrared thermal technology to monitor train axle bearings in real-time, detecting potentially dangerous overheating that could lead to mechanical failures or accidents. The bill aims to enhance passenger rail safety by providing frequent monitoring of critical train components, allowing railroad operators to identify and address potential mechanical issues before they become serious problems. By mandating these sensors at 20-mile intervals, the legislation creates a comprehensive safety net that can help prevent train malfunctions and potentially reduce the risk of derailments or other mechanical-related incidents.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (6)
Joe Rafferty (D)*,
Ed Crockett (I),
Janice Dodge (D),
Henry Ingwersen (D),
Christina Mitchell (D),
Dan Sayre (D),
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD) (on 05/20/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1644&snum=132 |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0652&item=1&snum=132 |
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