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MI SB0100
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires railroads to operate freight trains with a minimum crew of 2 individuals
- Exempts locomotives operating in hostler service (moving trains/locomotives short distances within railroad yards or mechanical facilities)
- Exempts locomotives operating in helper service (assisting trains with mechanical failures or grade issues by coupling to front or rear)
- Does not apply if federal law or regulation already requires a minimum 2-person crew for freight trains in Michigan
- Defines "train" as one or more locomotives coupled with one or more freight cars
Legislative Description
Transportation: railroads; minimum freight train operating crew size; require. Amends 1933 PA 354 (MCL 462.101 - 462.451) by adding sec. 352.
Transportation: railroads
Last Action
Placed On Second Reading
12/11/2024
Committee Referrals
Transportation, Mobility And Infrastructure12/4/2024
Transportation And Infrastructure3/1/2023
Full Bill Text
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