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MA H3720
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen LaNatra
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AI Summary
- Requires all freight trains and light engines in Massachusetts to operate with a minimum crew of 2 persons
- Exempts hostler service and utility employees from the crew size requirement
- First offense fine: $250 to $1,000; second offense within 3 years: $1,000 to $5,000; third and subsequent offenses within 3 years: $5,000 to $10,000
- Amends Chapter 161C of the General Laws by adding Section 8
- Effective date: July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relative to 2-person train crew size
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5135
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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