Maryland § 5.5-102

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5.5-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5.5-102.

    It is the intent and purpose of this title to promote safety and health in all areas of railroad operations, to reduce railroad related accidents, to reduce deaths and injuries to all persons, to reduce damage to property caused by accidents involving railroads, and to the extent possible, to assure the safety and health of all persons and the protection of property by providing for:

        (1)    an effective enforcement and compliance program;

        (2)    development and adoption of safety and health standards and regulations; and

        (3)    appropriate reporting procedures with respect to safety and health in railroad operations to help achieve the objective of this title and to describe accurately the nature of railroad safety and health hazards and problems.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5.5-102

What does Maryland Code § 5.5-102 cover?

Section 5.5-102 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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