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HB 222·KY·house

AN ACT relating to railroad operations.

In CommitteeFiled Jan 7, 2026
Latest Action

to Transportation (H)

Jan 14, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a new rule that any freight train or light engine must have a minimum of two people in the operating cab, except for short moves inside yards, en‑route switching, or when a conductor’s duties are required. It also adds civil penalties for railroads that break this rule and updates existing fines for other railroad safety violations. The measure aims to improve safety on Kentucky rail lines.

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