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Limiting Rail Yardmaster Duty Hours to Enhance Railroad Safety.

This bill extends federal maximum working hour rules, previously applied to train crews, to include rail yardmasters who supervise train movements within rail yards. The goal is to combat fatigue among these critical employees, directly enhancing the safety of rail operations and freight transport. Citizens benefit from improved overall rail safety due to reduced risk of fatigue-related incidents.
Key points
Establishes federal limits on the duty hours for rail yardmaster employees, similar to those for train engineers and conductors.
Enhances public and operational safety by addressing fatigue among personnel supervising and coordinating train movements in rail yards.
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Print number: 118_HR_9940
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2024-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9940.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes federal limits on the duty hours for rail yardmaster employees, similar to those for train engineers and conductors.
  • Enhances public and operational safety by addressing fatigue among personnel supervising and coordinating train movements in rail yards.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Transport Labor Security