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ID H0664

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Transportation and Defense Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement that heavy trucks (5+ axles, over 26,000 pounds gross weight) travel 10 mph slower than other vehicles on interstate highways in nonurban areas
  • Eliminates the 65 mph maximum speed limit for heavy trucks on interstate highways in urban areas
  • Allows heavy trucks to travel at the same speed limits as passenger vehicles on all Idaho roadways, including interstates, state highways, and other locations
  • Declared an emergency measure, effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide that speed limits for vehicles with five or more axles operating at a gross weight of more than 26,000 pounds shall be the same as for other vehicles.

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Last Action

Read second time; filed for Third Reading

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/4/2026
Transportation and Defense2/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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