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HB 7608 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- OPERATION OF RAILROADS GENERALLY

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Provides that no train or light engine would be used in connection with the movement of freight could be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons, would also include the imposition of fines upon a company for violation of the act.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 11, 2026
Last action
Mar 3, 2026 — 03/03/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Matthew Dawson D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled