The proposed bill aims to enhance the protection of confidential personal information of railroad employees involved in fatal accidents. It establishes that public records related to railroad fatalities must be maintained in a way that safeguards the personal information of the railroad crew. If such information is disclosed, it must be redacted to ensure confidentiality. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting rail employees from potential harassment or assault following incidents.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific exceptions to the confidentiality provisions, allowing access to the information for certain authorized individuals, including the employing railroad, law enforcement officers, and designated state and federal agencies involved in investigating railroad accidents. Requests for information must be made in written or electronic form, and access is limited to those who require it for the performance of their official duties. This legislative intent reflects the General Assembly's commitment to balancing transparency with the need to protect the privacy of rail employees.