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AR SB584
Bill
Status
5/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Clarke Tucker
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AI Summary
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Requires railroad trains operating on main lines or branch lines in Arkansas to carry at least one physical manifest document on board at all times.
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Defines "main line" as Class I railroads transporting 5 million or more gross tons annually or used for regularly scheduled intercity/commuter passenger service (excluding tourist/scenic operations).
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Imposes civil penalties of $1,500 to $3,000 per day for violations, with an additional $250,000 one-time fine for gross negligence or repeated violations causing imminent hazard or injury.
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Allows the Director of State Highways and Transportation to negotiate penalty amounts based on violation nature, violator culpability, violation history, and ability to pay.
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Declares the act an emergency measure effective upon gubernatorial approval, with collected penalties directed to Arkansas Department of Transportation for highway and infrastructure projects.
Legislative Description
To Create Standard Requirements For Physical Manifest Documents Required To Be Kept On A Railroad Train Operating On A Main Track Or Branch Line Within The State; And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/1/2023