Railroad Safety Act
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D · H13
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill to improve public safety by limiting train lengths, requiring operational wayside detectors to prevent derailments from hot wheels, and mandating more frequent visual inspections due to lax federal regulations.
R · H41
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker urges a no vote because the state lacks regulatory authority over railroads, meaning passing this bill would require expanding government power which is not currently appropriate.
R · H44
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker expresses concerns that conductors could face liability for penalties and that removing sidings might force longer trains through small towns, suggesting the issue be studied in an interim committee instead.
R · H12
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports voting for the bill, noting that if it does not pass committee, it should become an interim topic.
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