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ID H0493

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/24/2014

Primary Sponsor

Transportation and Defense Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the state board to permit vehicles exceeding standard weight and size limits on highways under its jurisdiction, provided federal law allows it and limits remain necessary to qualify for federal-aid highway funds
  • Board authority must be exercised through adoption of rules and regulations or issuance of permits under Idaho Code sections 40-312 and 49-1004
  • Allows farm-owned or farm-operated vehicles transporting agricultural products or cargo to exceed axle, bridge, or gross vehicle weight limits by up to 2,000 pounds on any non-interstate highway
  • Farmer exemption does not apply to posted bridge weight limits or seasonal/temporary weight limit postings
  • Vehicle operator determines the amount of extra weight allowable under the agricultural exemption, up to the 2,000-pound maximum

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to revise exceptions of weight and size limitations for motor vehicles operated on non-interstate highways.

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Last Action

Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk

3/17/2014

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/25/2014

Full Bill Text

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