The bill amends section 39-10-43 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the requirements for certain vehicles at railroad grade crossings. It specifies that drivers of buses, school buses, and vehicles transporting hazardous materials must stop within a designated distance from the nearest rail, look and listen for approaching trains, and may not shift gears while crossing. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a stop is not required at crossings controlled by a police officer or at crossings designated as out-of-service or exempt by the director, provided they are marked accordingly.

Notably, the bill introduces the term "exempt" to describe crossings that do not require a stop, alongside the existing "out-of-service" designation. It also removes a provision that limited the designation of out-of-service crossings to those where the track has been abandoned or its use discontinued. The director is tasked with notifying relevant authorities about these designations, and all signage must comply with established traffic control device standards.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 39-10-43
Enrollment: 39-10-43
INTRODUCED: 39-10-43