Signed by Governor Steve Sisolak

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends certain railroad freight transporting safety regulations regarding the need for a minimum of 2 crew members.

Highlights:

• Requires that any officer of a Class I railroad or Class II freight railroad transporting freight which operates a train or locomotive in this state, ensure that the train or locomotive contains a crew of no less than 2 individuals (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that any violations made by a railroad officer of this act shall be fined by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada for a civil penalty of the following amounts (Sec. 2):

• No less than $5,000 upon first offense;

• No more than $10,000 upon second offense within 3 years of first violation ; and

• $25,000  for any third offense and subsequent violation within 3 years of the first violation.

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