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MS HB513
Bill
Status
1/31/2017
Primary Sponsor
Charles Busby
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AI Summary
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Vehicles powered primarily by natural gas engines may exceed standard gross weight, tandem, or axle weight limits by an amount equal to the difference between the natural gas fuel system weight and a comparable diesel fuel system weight, up to a maximum of 2,000 pounds
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The weight increase exemption applies to all state roads and interstate highways, authorized under federal law (23 USCS 127)
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Amends Section 63-5-33 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 regarding motor vehicle weight limits
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Brings forward Sections 63-5-27, 63-5-29, and 63-5-31 (existing vehicle weight regulations) for potential future amendment without changing their current provisions
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Effective date of July 1, 2017
Legislative Description
Natural gas vehicles; authorize a weight limit increase for.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2017