This legislation aims to enhance rail safety by imposing strict limitations on the use of remote control locomotives. It explicitly prohibits railroad carriers from operating a train outside a yard unless a human locomotive engineer is physically located inside the cab of the lead locomotive, capable of taking control. Furthermore, the bill bans the operation of any remote control locomotive on a main line , defining a main line as tracks with significant annual traffic. For all main line operations, the bill requires a certified locomotive engineer , as per federal regulations, to be physically present in the lead locomotive's cab. It clarifies that individuals certified solely as remote-control operators cannot fulfill this requirement. The legislation also establishes a stringent waiver process, explicitly stating that the Secretary of Transportation cannot waive these requirements for Class I or Class II railroads , or for trains operating on high-traffic tracks classified as Class 1 or above. To ensure compliance, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Administrator is mandated to conduct audits and inspections. Within 180 days of enactment, all Class I railroads must be audited and inspected, with necessary actions taken to ensure adherence. Other rail carriers covered by the Act will face unscheduled audits and inspections within one year. Violations of these provisions will incur substantial civil penalties, potentially reaching $1,000,000 or 1 percent of the person's annual income , with the Secretary of Transportation authorized to issue necessary regulations.