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NC H822
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/4/2021
Primary Sponsor
Garland Pierce
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AI Summary
- Requires all Class I railroad trains and light engines used for freight movement in North Carolina to have a minimum crew of two persons
- Establishes criminal penalties for willful violations: first offense ($250-$1,000), second offense within three years ($1,000-$5,000), and third or subsequent offense within three years ($5,000-$10,000)
- Exempts locomotives being moved unattached to railcars within rail yards and employees temporarily assigned to work with train or yard crews under federal regulations
- Defines "light engine" as a locomotive with no cars attached
- Becomes effective January 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Regulation of Railroad Crews
Public
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
5/5/2021
Committee Referrals
Transportation5/5/2021
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