Bill > SB1311

This bill creates the Railroad Crossing Transparency and Safety Accountability Act, which requires the Rail Programs Division of the Department of Transportation to conduct an annual comprehensive analysis of railroad crossing safety data. The analysis must include detailed information such as collision histories, train volumes and speeds, vehicular traffic counts, sight-distance evaluations, and federal hazard index calculations. By February 1st each year, the Division must submit an "Annual Railroad Crossing Safety and Improvement Report" to key legislative leaders, which will include a prioritized list of railroad crossing improvement projects, detailed explanation of ranking criteria, identification of high-risk crossings, descriptions of federally funded projects, project statuses, expenditure summaries, and recommendations for safety enhancements. The report must be made publicly available on the Department's website within 30 days of submission, and during each legislative session, the Rail Programs Division must appear before transportation committees to present findings, provide updates, and discuss safety initiatives. The bill does not limit the Department of Transportation's existing authority to manage federal railroad safety programs or coordinate with relevant entities, and it will become effective on November 1, 2026.

Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1311&Session=2600