Panel approves DOT study of emerging rail‑crossing technologies after amendment
The committee approved an amended HB 1323 that converts an original requirement for advanced detection and monitoring systems at rail crossings into a Department of Transportation study of emerging crossing technologies and a report by Dec. 1; rail industry witnesses urged careful review of interoperability with Positive Train Control (PTC).
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Representative Tuck introduced HB 1323 to improve safety at railroad crossings by requiring advanced detection and monitoring systems for new or substantially modified crossings. Committee members adopted an amendment that struck the original mandate and directed the Florida Department of Transportation to study emerging technologies for crossing safety and report back by Dec. 1.
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