The bill establishes new requirements for railway corporations regarding the closure of railway crossings for repairs or upgrades. Specifically, it mandates that these corporations must provide notice to the relevant governmental entity at least thirty days prior to the closure, unless the closure is unanticipated or an emergency situation arises. The notice must include an estimated completion date for the repairs or upgrades, and if the completion date changes, the corporation must inform the governmental entity as soon as practicable.

Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for violations of these requirements, classifying such violations as a schedule one penalty under section 327C.5. This contrasts with current law, which imposes a $100 fine for violations of related provisions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance communication and accountability between railway corporations and governmental entities regarding railway crossing closures.