SB-0516 Summary

• Adds new definition of "modified agriculture vehicle" as a vehicle modified so that transporting agricultural commodities is its primary purpose and certified by U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency for road use before modification.

• Establishes maximum speed limit of 45 miles per hour for modified agriculture vehicles, compared to 55 mph for trucks and truck-tractors.

• Requires modified agriculture vehicles to display reflective safety devices (triangle warning signs) on rear when operated on highways, with specific dimensions and material requirements.

• Provides exemption for modified agriculture vehicles from normal loading maximums and gross vehicle weight requirements during March, April, and May seasonal weight restrictions, subject to county road commission permit requirements.

• Includes modified agriculture vehicles in vehicle registration tax provisions and requires certification compliance before operation on public roads.