HB 1212 Summary

• Allows vehicles hauling livestock or agricultural products to operate at a maximum gross weight of 85,500 pounds on non-interstate highways, exceeding standard weight limits.

• Requires annual permits costing $25 for vehicles hauling more than 80,000 pounds, with applicants submitting yearly reports of roads traveled and miles driven.

• Permits vehicles hauling milk from farms to processing facilities to reach a maximum gross weight of 85,500 pounds on highways other than the interstate system.

• Maintains standard axle weight limits (20,000 pounds single axle, 34,000 pounds tandem axle) and establishes detailed weight tables based on axle spacing for other vehicles.

• Authorizes the state highways and transportation commission to set weight restrictions on specific bridges and requires posting of weight limit signs at bridge entrances.