New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 8040: Requires railroad corporations to conduct a comprehensive safety inspection when a freight train is parked in a train yard prior to traveling on tracks within the state

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION

Plain-language summary

A 8040 is a bill introduced in the New York House on April 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires railroad corporations to conduct a comprehensive safety inspection when a freight train is parked in a train yard prior to traveling on tracks within the state. Primary sponsor: Karen McMahon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Karen McMahon (Democratic).