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NY A08040
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Karen McMahon
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AI Summary
- Requires railroad corporations operating freight trains in New York to conduct comprehensive safety inspections when trains are parked in a train yard before traveling on state tracks
- Safety inspections must include review of tracks, wheels, safety equipment (brakes and bearings), and train cars
- Department of Transportation must compare train yard inspection results with the inspection conducted before the train's original trip departure
- Mandates a minimum of two qualified car inspectors stationed on either side of freight trains as they leave rail yards to observe for safety issues
- Takes effect 30 days after becoming law, but automatically repeals if a federal agency determines it makes New York ineligible for federal funds or if a court finds it violates federal law
Legislative Description
Requires railroad corporations to conduct a comprehensive safety inspection when a freight train is parked in a train yard prior to traveling on tracks within the state including, but not be limited to, a review of tracks, safety equipment, including brakes, and train cars.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation4/22/2025
Full Bill Text
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