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OK HB2245

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Waldron

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires railroads (excluding short lines) operating in Oklahoma to maintain a minimum of two crew members in the control compartment of the lead locomotive unit if they ever institute a one-person crew policy.

  • The two-crew requirement becomes effective immediately upon any railroad adopting a one-person crew policy.

  • Exempts compliance during switching operations, brake testing, safety inspections, and setouts performed in conjunction with road service.

  • Codifies the requirement as Section 104 of Title 69 of the Oklahoma Statutes.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Legislative Description

Railroads; requiring certain railroad operators have two crew members if certain condition occurs; making certain exceptions; effective date.

Last Action

Referred to Transportation

2/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/4/2025
Commerce and Economic Development Oversight2/4/2025

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