PA HB 540

Author

Louis Schmitt
415 Irvis Office Building ,P.O. Box 202079
Harrisburg, PA 17120
717-787-6419
lschmitt@pahousegop.com
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Bill Text

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Category

Rail

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State

PA

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Summary

Requires minimum of two freight rail cab operators. Imposes penalty for violation

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Issue

Requires the presence of two individuals in the cab of freight rail locomotives operating in Pennsylvania.Grants authority to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) to levy civil penalties against rail companies who do not comply with the new requirement.

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Notes

Pending Committee action.

History

02/10/2025 Referred to House Committee on Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities.