TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RAILROADS; AND TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF TAMPERING WITH RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE.

HB 1757, now Act 528, creates a new criminal offense for tampering with railroad infrastructure without lawful authority or permission. It directly affects individuals or entities who interfere with tracks, signals, or equipment on rail lines. The key provision adds specific penalties for damaging or obstructing rail infrastructure, strengthening protections for railroad operations. This law amends existing railroad regulations to explicitly address unauthorized tampering as a punishable violation. The bill passed both chambers in April 2025 and is now effective state law.