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OK HB2325

Bill

Status

Passed

4/26/2016

Primary Sponsor

Mike Schulz

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Maintains existing 12-hour maximum driving time exception for intrastate commercial vehicles not transporting hazardous materials

  • Suspends driving hour restrictions during declared emergencies for rural electric cooperatives, public utilities, public service corporations, and municipal employees restoring essential services

  • Caps financial responsibility requirements for hazardous materials transportation at $1,000,000 unless federal law specifically requires higher amounts

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Public Safety3/16/2016
Transportation2/4/2016
Rules2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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