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OK HB1890

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Joe Dorman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Modifies escort vehicle requirements for oversize loads by changing the threshold from vehicles "of twelve (12) feet or more" in width to vehicles "that exceed" twelve (12) feet in width
  • Oversize vehicles operating on Oklahoma highways, including Interstate highways, must be accompanied by escort vehicles as prescribed by the Department of Public Safety
  • Escort vehicle operators for hire must be certified by the Department of Public Safety
  • Non-certified persons may tow trailers up to 8.5 feet wide and 20 feet long when escorting manufactured homes, for transporting supplies and equipment
  • Contains an emergency clause 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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