Establishes the Utility Railroad Crossing Act in Kansas, setting rules for utilities interacting with railroad rights-of-way.

The Utility Railroad Crossing Act in Kansas sets a process for utilities to construct, maintain, or alter facilities crossing or paralleling railroad rights-of-way. Utilities must provide written notice to railroads before taking action, including engineering designs and insurance details. Railroads can object to proposed facilities if they impede operations or pose safety risks, requiring utilities to address these concerns. If unresolved, disputes go to the state corporation commission for a hearing and decision within 120 days.

Establishes the Utility Railroad Crossing Act in Kansas, setting rules for utilities interacting with railroad rights-of-way.

The Utility Railroad Crossing Act in Kansas sets a process for utilities to construct, maintain, or alter facilities crossing or paralleling railroad rights-of-way. Utilities must provide written notice to railroads before taking action, including engineering designs and insurance details. Railroads can object to proposed facilities if they impede operations or pose safety risks, requiring utilities to address these concerns. If unresolved, disputes go to the state corporation commission for a hearing and decision within 120 days.