Section 72-17-101 - Office of Rail Safety - Creation - Applicability(1) The provisions in this section apply beginning on May 7, 2025.(2) In accordance with 49 C.F.R. Part 212, State Safety Participation Regulations, there is created within the department an Office of Rail Safety.(3) As described in 49 C.F.R. Secs. 212.105 and 212.107, to organize the Office of Rail Safety, the executive director shall:(a) enter into an agreement with the Federal Railroad Administration to participate in inspection and investigation activities; and(b) obtain certification from the Federal Railroad Administration to undertake inspection and investigative responsibilities and duties.(4) In establishing the Office of Rail Safety in accordance with the duties described in 49 C.F.R. Part 212, the department may hire personnel and establish the duties of the office in phases.(5) This part applies to: (a) a class I railroad; andAmended by Chapter 517, 2024 General Session ,§ 30, eff. 5/1/2024.Amended by Chapter 531, 2024 General Session ,§ 8, eff. 3/21/2024.Added by Chapter 42, 2023 General Session ,§ 2, eff. 3/31/2024.