The proposed bill would amend current statutes related to railroad grade crossings by broadening the scope of safety regulations to include "other on-track maintenance equipment." Specifically, it would insert language to ensure that the same safety measures that apply to railroad trains also apply to this additional category of equipment. This includes updating the conditions under which a driver must stop at a crossing, such as when a clearly visible signal or a crossing gate is present, to encompass warnings related to on-track maintenance equipment.

Additionally, the bill would make technical changes to existing language, including the deletion of certain phrases that are no longer necessary, such as "delivery of" in the context of vehicles carrying hazardous materials. The amendments would clarify that drivers must stop and look for both trains and maintenance equipment before proceeding through crossings, ensuring comprehensive safety measures are in place for all types of on-track vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-851, 28-853, 28-854
House Engrossed Version: 28-851, 28-853, 28-854