Public Nuisance - Common Carriers - Damage to Public Infrastructure

HB 860 prohibits common carriers (such as bus companies, railroads, taxis, and ride-sharing services like Uber/Lyft) from damaging public infrastructure - like bridges or highways - so severely that closure is required. It declares such damage a "public nuisance," allowing state or local governments to sue for repairs, injunctive relief, and $1,000 daily penalties until infrastructure is restored. The bill directly affects transportation companies operating on public roads or bridges, requiring them to cover costs for damage causing closures. It does not create new infrastructure but establishes clear legal consequences for existing damage. The law takes effect October 1, 2025.