HB 2830 Oklahoma House · 2026 Regular Session

Railroads; defining terms; limiting length of certain trains; emergency.

HB 2830 limits the length of trains operated on Oklahoma railroads to 8,500 feet on both main lines (Class 1 railroads with federal documentation) and branch lines. This directly affects railroad companies operating freight or passenger services in Oklahoma, requiring them to adjust train configurations. The bill defines key terms like "main line" and "branch line" to clarify which rail lines are covered. It also declares an emergency to allow immediate implementation upon approval. The law does not address safety outcomes or economic impacts, only establishing a specific operational limit.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 3, 2025 Last action Feb 4, 2025
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George Burns
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