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MA H3720

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kathleen LaNatra

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

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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