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OK HB1065

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

James Lockhart

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 47 O.S. 2001, Section 14-120.1 regarding oversize loads and escort vehicle requirements for motor vehicles with an outside width exceeding 12 feet operating on Oklahoma highways.

  • Modifies escort vehicle regulations by requiring vehicles wider than 12 feet to be accompanied by escort vehicles prescribed by the Department of Public Safety.

  • Permits non-certified individuals to tow a trailer (maximum 8.5 feet wide, 20 feet long, 4 feet siding height) when escorting a manufactured home, limited to transporting supplies and equipment necessary for escort operations.

  • Authorizes the Commissioner of Public Safety to promulgate certification rules for escort vehicle operators and enter into reciprocal agreements with other states to recognize their escort certifications.

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; escort vehicle requirement; emergency.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Public Safety

2/8/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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