# Labor and Employment (GLE)

## Title 5.5. Railroad Safety and Health

### Subtitle 1

#### Section 5.5-112

(a) The Commissioner shall allow variances in accordance with this section.

(b) Any affected railroad company may apply in writing to the Commissioner for an order for a variance from any regulation or health and safety standard adopted under this title.

(c) After a hearing, the Commissioner may grant a variance from the regulations and standards adopted under this title, if:

  (1) that action is necessary to prevent undue operational or economic hardship; or

  (2)

    (i) existing conditions prevent practical compliance; and

    (ii) the Commissioner determines the reasonable safety of the public and employees of the railroad company can be assured.

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Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)