MDOT RAILROAD CLEARINGHOUSE

House Bill 4502

Sponsor: Rep. Raymond Basham

Committee: Transportation

Complete to 3-22-01

A SUMMARY OF HOUSE BILL 4502 AS INTRODUCED 3-20-01

House Bill 4502 would amend the Railroad Code of 1993 to create within the Department of Transportation a clearinghouse for railroad issues, including but not limited to funding of grade separations and crossings, and regional planning throughout the state. Under the bill, the department would be required to solicit information from and consult with local officials, railroad companies, and other interested parties.

MCL 462.134

Analyst: J. Hunault

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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.