Intoxicated persons who board trains after being forbidden by the conductor are guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. The act appears to be consistent with the long-term trend toward deregulation of rail transport and the transfer of its organizational focus in state government from the Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Previously, rates for these services could be authorized only on a measured or message basis. The Governor will appoint two members of the board, and the General Assembly will appoint ten members, five on recommendation of the Senate President Pro Tempore and five on recommendation of the Speaker of the House. The Secretary of Commerce will serve as the board's chair.
Local ordinances apply to such towers and antennae.
Knowingly misusing wireless emergency telephone service to avoid CMRS charges or for a purpose other than obtaining public safety assistance is a misdemeanor. Proprietary information submitted to the 911 board or to the State Auditor is not subject to disclosure under the public records law. Civil liability of CMRS providers, local exchange companies, and service suppliers is limited to wanton or willful misconduct and to motor vehicle ownership or operation. The General Assembly confirmed the appointment of William R. Pittman to a term expiring June 30, 2001. Under state law, a franchised natural gas local distribution company has an exclusive franchise in its territory.