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ID S1401

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2020

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Idaho Code sections 49-614, 49-648, 49-649, and 49-650 to include "other on-track equipment" alongside trains in railroad crossing safety requirements.

  • Modifies section 49-614 to prohibit drivers from entering railroad grade crossings if there is insufficient space to accommodate the vehicle without obstructing railroad trains or other on-track equipment.

  • Updates section 49-648 to require drivers to stop when mechanical warning signals, crossing gates, flagmen, or approaching trains or other on-track equipment indicate an immediate hazard, with equipment approaching within 1,500 feet triggering the stopping requirement.

  • Revises section 49-649 to require drivers stopped at railroad grade crossings to listen and look for any approaching trains or other on-track equipment before proceeding.

  • Modifies section 49-650 regarding heavy equipment crossing requirements to include the same stopping and observation procedures for approaching trains or other on-track equipment.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to clarify that motorists must abide by railroad crossing laws with respect to on-track equipment traveling on railroad tracks.

TRANSPORTATION

Last Action

Read First Time, Referred to Transportation & Defense

3/12/2020

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Defense3/12/2020
Transportation3/10/2020
Judiciary and Rules3/9/2020

Full Bill Text

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