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MI SB0582
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends MCL 257.719 to modify vehicle length and weight regulations for trucks and trailers operating on Michigan highways.
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Permits truck and semitrailer combinations designed to transport boats from the manufacturer to operate at 75 feet in length, with loads extending an additional 3 feet beyond the front and 4 feet beyond the rear.
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Allows stinger-steered combinations (fifth wheel located behind and below the rearmost axle of the power unit) to operate at 75 feet in length.
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Establishes that retractable extensions used to support and secure loads that do not exceed allowable overhang shall not be included in determining vehicle length.
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Violations constitute civil infractions, with vehicle owners subject to charges; took effect immediately upon Governor's approval on July 5, 2012.
Legislative Description
Vehicles; trucks; permissible weight of certain truck and trailer combinations used to transport boats from the manufacturer; increase. Amends sec. 719 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.719).
Vehicles, trucks
Last Action
Assigned Pa 0282'12 With Immediate Effect
7/18/2012