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IA SF506
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
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Codifies into state law the list of "raw farm products" previously established by Department of Transportation (DOT) administrative rule for vehicles eligible to exceed their registered gross weight by up to 25% on public highways
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Adds manure, soybean meal (wet or dry), and distillers grains (wet or dry) to the statutory list of raw farm products qualifying for the weight exception
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Includes soil amendments as a new category eligible for the 25% weight exception, defined as substances intended to improve soil characteristics excluding fertilizers, liming materials, unmanipulated manure, and pesticides
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Consolidates existing statutory exemptions for raw dairy products, livestock, live poultry, and eggs into the comprehensive raw farm products list rather than listing them separately
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Authorizes DOT to adopt rules adding additional raw farm products to the list eligible for the increased gross weight exception
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to raw farm products for purposes of increased gross weight for motor vehicles transporting such products on this state's public highways.(Formerly SSB 1109.)
Last Action
Placed on calendar.
1/21/2026