MD HB862

Freight railroad trains sharing rail corridors with high-speed passenger or commuter trains must operate with a crew of at least two individuals

Exemptions apply to hostler service and utility employees in yard service

Willful violations subject to civil penalties up to $10,000 for first offense and up to $25,000 for repeat violations within 3 years, with railroad companies solely responsible for employee violations

Law takes effect contingent on New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia enacting substantially similar legislation, with a deadline of October 1, 2056 for the contingency to be met

Rapid rail transit systems and light rail systems operating in Maryland are excluded from the definition of "railroad" under this law