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MT SB24

Bill

Status

Failed

5/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Zolnikov

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases minimum fine for blocking railroad crossings from $25 to $750 and maximum fine from $100 to $1,500
  • Applies to corporations, associations, or companies that block public highway crossings outside incorporated cities and towns for more than 15 minutes
  • Violation remains classified as a misdemeanor offense
  • Effective immediately upon passage and approval
  • Requested by the Montana Public Service Commission

Legislative Description

Increase penalties for blocked railroad crossings

Transportation

Last Action

(S) Died in Process

5/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Energy, Technology & Federal Relations1/7/2025

Full Bill Text

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