Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1830: Railroads - As introduced, prohibits a railroad company from allowing a train to obstruct a railroad crossing for more than 30 consecutive minutes; subjects the railroad company to civil penalties for violations. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40; Title 54 and Title 65.

In committee Last action March 17, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Transportation Subcommittee of Transportation Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1830 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Railroads - As introduced, prohibits a railroad company from allowing a train to obstruct a railroad crossing for more than 30 consecutive minutes; subjects the railroad company to civil penalties for violations. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40; Title 54 and Title 65. Primary sponsor: Bo Mitchell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Transportation Subcommittee of Transportation Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Bo Mitchell (Democratic).