To prohibit the use of remote control locomotives to carry hazardous materials, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5119 is a legislative proposal designed to increase safety and security in the railroad industry by prohibiting the use of remote-controlled locomotives to transport hazardous materials. The bill would require railroad companies to implement strict security protocols, including maintaining a continuous inventory of remote-control transmitters and ensuring they are stored in secure locations accessible only to authorized personnel. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the manual control areas of these locomotives be kept locked when no staff is present on board.

For the general public, this bill aims to reduce the risk of accidental spills or intentional interference with trains carrying dangerous substances through local communities. By establishing these requirements, the bill seeks to prevent injuries or deaths resulting from the mishandling of hazardous cargo, backed by civil and criminal penalties for carriers that fail to comply with the safety standards.