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OK SB448

Bill

Status

Passed

5/8/2012

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Billy

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Modifies tank vehicle definition to exempt empty storage container tanks not designed for transportation with 1,000+ gallon capacity temporarily attached to flatbed trailers.

  • Requires commercial driver license applicants subject to federal regulations (49 C.F.R. Part 391) to submit current medical examination certificates signed by licensed physicians.

  • Prohibits commercial motor vehicle operators from texting while vehicle is in motion and from possessing or operating radar detectors in commercial vehicles.

  • Increases penalties for out-of-service violations from 90 days to varying periods (90 days to 3 years) and raises employer/employee administrative penalties up to $25,000 and $5,000 respectively.

  • Requires seat belt use by operators and front seat passengers in commercial vehicles and reduces reporting timeframe to Department of Public Safety from 10 days to 5 days following convictions.

Legislative Description

Commercial motor vehicles transporting empty storage container tank. Commercial drivers license. Emergency.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Approved by Governor 05/08/2012

5/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget3/19/2012
Public Safety2/15/2012
Rules2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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