This bill aims to exempt certain nonprofit historic educational programs focused on steam locomotive railroads from being classified as amusement parks or amusement park rides. Specifically, it allows nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or governmental entities, to operate these programs without state regulation or inspection as amusement parks. To qualify for this exemption, the bill stipulates that all personnel operating the train equipment must be properly trained according to railroad standards, standard maintenance and operating procedures must be adhered to, and the museum must not charge the public for rides or ticket sales.

The legislation emphasizes the importance of safety and compliance by requiring proof of boiler inspections to be submitted to the Department of Community Affairs. By establishing these criteria, the bill seeks to support nonprofit historical museums that provide educational experiences related to steam locomotives while ensuring that they maintain high operational standards without being burdened by unnecessary regulations typically applied to amusement parks.