The bill establishes a new Railway Tracks Overpass and Underpass Fund within the state treasury, which will be managed by the Department of Transportation (DOT). This fund will consist of all appropriated moneys and is intended to provide financial assistance to cities and counties for the construction of highway overpasses and underpasses that cross railway tracks. The bill specifies that interest or earnings on the fund's deposits will be credited to the fund, and the funds will not revert at the end of the fiscal year.

Currently, cities have the authority to require railway companies to construct and maintain overpasses or underpasses, with the DOT responsible for approving specifications and ensuring public safety. However, similar provisions for counties do not exist. This bill aims to address that gap by creating a dedicated funding source to support local governments in enhancing infrastructure related to railway crossings, thereby improving safety and convenience for the public.