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MO HB3318

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Hardy Billington

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands railroad crossing safety laws to require drivers to stop for "any on-track equipment" in addition to railroad trains when signals are activated, gates are lowered, or equipment is visibly approaching

  • Requires vehicles to stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail when warning signals, crossing gates, flagmen, or visible on-track equipment indicate a hazard

  • Prohibits driving through, around, or under crossing gates when a train or any on-track equipment is approaching

  • Prohibits driving through crossings without sufficient space to clear completely or without adequate vehicle undercarriage clearance

  • Violations constitute a class C misdemeanor

Legislative Description

Requires drivers to stop at railroad crossings for any on-track equipment in addition to trains

Last Action

Read Second Time (H)

2/18/2026

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