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MS HB700
Bill
Status
Failed
3/5/2024
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
- Initial comprehensive review must be completed by January 1, 2025, with subsequent reviews required every three years thereafter
- Mandates that MDOT erect stop signs at any crossing it determines to be particularly dangerous during the review process
- Drivers must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest track at designated dangerous crossings and proceed only with due care
- Takes effect July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Railroad crossings; require MDOT to review all passive crossings to determine if any are particularly dangerous.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/5/2024
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/29/2024
Full Bill Text
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