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CA SB68

Bill

Status

Passed

10/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Mike McGuire

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the California Highway Patrol to allow drivers of tank vehicles with capacity exceeding 500 gallons to exceed maximum driving time limits during a declared state of emergency when transporting fuel for aircraft used in emergency-related activities, including fire suppression.

  • Permits drivers exceeding normal driving time limits under the emergency provision to also exceed on-duty time limits prescribed in existing regulations, provided they are operating under contract with the state or federal government.

  • Maintains the standard 10-hour maximum driving time for tank vehicle drivers transporting flammable liquid during normal (non-emergency) conditions.

  • Requires that any emergency authorization for exceeding driving times must be consistent with applicable federal laws and regulations.

Legislative Description

Vehicles: safety regulations.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 699, Statutes of 2023.

10/10/2023

Committee Referrals

Appropriations7/6/2023
Transportation5/18/2023
Appropriations4/12/2023
Transportation3/29/2023
Rules1/5/2023

Full Bill Text

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