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NY A09625
Bill
Status
3/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Eachus
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AI Summary
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Every railroad corporation operating freight trains in New York State must submit quarterly inspection reports to the Department of Transportation detailing inspections of train yards and freight trains operated in the state.
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The Department of Transportation shall conduct follow-up inspections based on the content of submitted reports.
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The Transportation Commissioner shall promulgate rules and regulations necessary to implement this requirement.
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The act takes effect 90 days after becoming law, with automatic repeal if a federal agency determines it would render New York ineligible for federal funds or if a court finds it non-compliant with federal law or regulation.
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The Commissioner must notify the legislative bill drafting commission if any federal determination or court ruling triggers the automatic repeal provision.
Legislative Description
Requires every railroad corporation which operates any freight train within the state to submit quarterly reports to the department of transportation detailing such railroad corporation's inspections of any train yard and freight train operated in the state by such corporation; directs the department of transportation to conduct follow up inspections.
Last Action
referred to transportation
3/26/2024