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Introduced
01/28/2017
01/28/2017
In Committee
01/28/2017
01/28/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2017
03/18/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO RAILROAD SAFETY; REQUIRING MINIMUM CREW FOR OPERATION OF A RAILROAD TRAIN OR LOCOMOTIVE IN NEW MEXICO; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing New Mexico law to require a minimum crew of two persons for the operation of any freight train or locomotive used in New Mexico, with exceptions for hostling and helper operations, as well as remote control locomotives in railyards or as otherwise provided by federal law or regulation. The bill also prescribes civil penalties of up to $1,000 for the first violation and up to $5,000 for each subsequent violation by a railroad or railroad supervisor.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Jerry Ortiz y Pino (D)*,
Michael Padilla (D)*,
Bill Tallman (D)*,
Benny Shendo, Jr. (D),
Bill Soules (D),
Last Action
[LD 12] Referred to Senate Corporations & Transportation (on 01/28/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=422&year=17 |
| BillText | http://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/17%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0422.pdf |
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