To require railroad companies to provide alternative entry and exit ways

HB 4700 requires railroad companies to provide alternative entry and exit routes for communities when performing maintenance, repairs, or construction on a road that serves as the sole access point for residents or state employees for more than 24 consecutive hours. This applies specifically to roads designated as the only entry/exit way for public health and safety reasons. The bill amends existing laws (§17-4-8 and §31-2A-2 of West Virginia Code) to mandate this requirement during extended work periods. It directly affects railroad companies operating in communities reliant on single-road access during infrastructure projects.