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MI SB0314
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Michigan Vehicle Code Section 722 to expand the definition of "agricultural commodities" to include maple sap, maple syrup, and equipment used to produce maple syrup.
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Vehicles transporting these maple products from the place of harvest or farm storage to the first point of delivery are eligible for a 10% increase in axle loading maximums, matching other agricultural commodity exemptions.
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The exemption does not apply to vehicles using interstate highways or roads subject to seasonal weight restrictions during the restricted periods (March, April, May).
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Establishes that agricultural commodities do not include trees or lumber, clarifying the scope of eligible products.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment into law.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; traffic regulation; maple sap, maple syrup, and equipment used to produce maple syrup; include in agricultural commodities for exemption from seasonal weight restrictions. Amends sec. 722 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.722).
Traffic control: traffic regulation
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Transportation And Infrastructure
3/16/2016