Bill aims to get handle on blocked railroad crossings A bill would require TDOT to study data on blocked railroad crossings in Tennessee. and last updated 2021-03-10 23:31:03-05 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) â Tennessee lawmakers want to try to get a handle on a big problem that's brought some neighborhoods to a complete stop. We've all been there. It's incredibly frustrating when you're almost where you need to go and then find out a train is blocking the way. A bill is now on it's way to the state House that would require the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to study data about blocked railroad crossings.