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MS HB179
Bill
Status
Failed
2/1/2022
Primary Sponsor
Gregory Holloway
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AI Summary
- Requires the Mississippi Department of Transportation to review all passive grade railroad crossings in the state to determine if any should be designated as particularly dangerous
- Mandates an initial review by January 1, 2023, followed by reviews every three years thereafter
- Authorizes MDOT to erect stop signs at crossings determined to be particularly dangerous during the review process
- Requires drivers to stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest track at designated dangerous crossings and proceed only with due care
- Takes effect July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Railroad crossings; require MDOT to review all passive crossings to determine if any are particularly dangerous.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/4/2022
Full Bill Text
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