OK HB2734

All freight and passenger trains in Oklahoma must operate with a minimum of two qualified crew members; hazardous material trains require at least three crew members, with one positioned at the rear to monitor the train's contents and movement

Hazardous material trains carrying 51 or more carloads require a minimum of four qualified crew members, with two positioned at the rear of the train

Corporation Commission may grant exemptions to Class III railroads not transporting hazardous materials, and may order Class I or II railroads to exceed minimum crew sizes based on safety concerns, security risks, or carrier compliance history

Violations constitute misdemeanors punishable by fines of $1,000 to $100,000 per offense; exceptions apply for crew member disability while on the road or for wrecking trains

Effective date of July 1, 2016, with emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage