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AR HB2066

Bill

Status

Prefiled

N/A

Primary Sponsor

Mike Patterson

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 27-35-210(a)(2)(C) to permit movement of tractors with dirt pans used for farming or commercial earthmoving operations to travel state highways beyond a 50-mile radius or any distance, respectively
  • Permits limited to daylight operation for 72-hour periods with specified routes; movement prohibited on interstate highways or fully controlled access facilities
  • Requires proof of liability insurance for tow vehicles submitted to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department
  • Allows vehicles to move in convoys with front and rear escorts equipped with flashing amber lights, radio contact, and wide load signs with no limit on convoy size
  • Permits no more than two dirt pans towed by one tractor; permit fees to be set by commission

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning Permits For Earthmoving Equipment.

Last Action

House Returned by the Committee with the recommendation that it do not pass.

3/17/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Transportation3/7/2011

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