Railroads; defining terms; requiring certain documents and identification to operate a train; effective date.

HB 1914 requires railroads operating in Oklahoma on main or branch lines to carry physical copies of key safety documents, including a freight manifest, emergency response guide, and Federal Railroad Administration safety certification, for all trains. It mandates that conductors, engineers, and railroad staff must have tangible, non-electronic identification documents on hand during operations. Violations incur daily civil penalties of $2,500-$10,000, with potential fines up to $250,000 for gross negligence causing harm. The law, effective November 1, 2025, applies directly to railroads and their operating personnel within Oklahoma.