Requires crew of at least 2 for operation of train in connection to moving freight. Establishes penalty for violation.

Establishes that no train or light engine used in connection with the movement of freight may be operated unless it has a crew consisting of at least 2 persons. For the purposes of this section, �train or light engine used in connection with the movement of freight� shall not include hostler service or utility employees.

A company who willfully violates this section may be subject to a fine of: (i) not less than $250 nor more than $1,000, for a first offense; (ii) not less than $1,000 nor more than $5,000, for a second offense committed within 3 years; and (iii) not less than $5,000 nor more than $10,000, for a third offense and subsequent offenses committed within 3 years.

Accompanying Study Order 2585.

02/16/2023 Referred to Senate Committee on Transportation.
02/08/2024 Accompanied study order SB 2585.