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OK HB2325
Bill
Status
4/26/2016
Primary Sponsor
Mike Schulz
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety from adopting rules enforcing federal rest break requirements (49 CFR Section 395.3(a)(3)(ii)) for drivers or motor carriers engaged solely in intrastate commerce
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Maintains existing 12-hour maximum driving time exception for intrastate commercial vehicles not transporting hazardous materials
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Suspends driving hour restrictions during declared emergencies for rural electric cooperatives, public utilities, public service corporations, and municipal employees restoring essential services
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Caps financial responsibility requirements for hazardous materials transportation at $1,000,000 unless federal law specifically requires higher amounts
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Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Motor vehicles; administrative penalties for motor carriers; prohibiting adoption of certain rules related to intrastate commerce; emergency.
Last Action
Approved by Governor 04/26/2016
4/26/2016