Iowa SF24 limits railway crossing closures for repairs to 20 days, with potential extensions, and imposes penalties for violations.

Iowa SF24 amends existing law to restrict a railroad corporation from closing a railway crossing for more than 20 consecutive days for repairs or upgrades. The bill mandates that before closing a crossing, the corporation must notify the county board of supervisors or city council with jurisdiction over the crossing, detailing the work, expected completion date, and reopening procedures. If a county board or city council agrees, the closure can be extended for an additional 20 days, provided the corporation gives notice.

Iowa SF24 limits railway crossing closures for repairs to 20 days, with potential extensions, and imposes penalties for violations.

Iowa SF24 amends existing law to restrict a railroad corporation from closing a railway crossing for more than 20 consecutive days for repairs or upgrades. The bill mandates that before closing a crossing, the corporation must notify the county board of supervisors or city council with jurisdiction over the crossing, detailing the work, expected completion date, and reopening procedures. If a county board or city council agrees, the closure can be extended for an additional 20 days, provided the corporation gives notice.