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MI HB4167
Bill
Status
5/23/2017
Primary Sponsor
Ben Frederick
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AI Summary
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Allows truck and trailer combinations designed and used to transport agricultural drainage tubing to operate at a maximum length of 75 feet on Michigan highways.
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Maintains existing height limit of 13 feet 6 inches for all vehicles and holds vehicle owners liable for damage from collisions with bridges or viaducts.
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Preserves all other vehicle length regulations for various truck and trailer combinations, including limits for motor vehicle transporters, recreational vehicles, and logging operations.
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Requires all vehicle combinations to comply with motor carrier safety standards and connecting assembly requirements under the Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1963.
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Establishes civil infraction penalties for violations, with vehicle owners subject to charges; effective date is 90 days after enactment (August 21, 2017).
Legislative Description
Vehicles; trucks; length limit; increase truck and trailer combinations transporting agricultural drainage tubing to 75 feet. Amends sec. 719 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.719).
Vehicles: trucks
Last Action
Assigned Pa 35'17 With Immediate Effect
5/23/2017