SB 18-197

Senate Bill 18-197, also known as the "Agriculture Motor Vehicle Port Of Entry" bill, exempts large trucks and vehicles that use trailers primarily for transporting agricultural products or livestock from having to stop at ports of entry if they are within 5 miles of their route. This means farmers and ranchers won't have to make additional stops when moving heavy equipment or animals as long as the vehicle's weight meets certain criteria. The bill has been signed into law, so these exemptions are now in effect for those who qualify.

Official Summary

Current law requires motor vehicles having an empty weight of 16,000 or more pounds or a motor vehicle that weighs 26,001 or more pounds fully loaded to clear a port of entry within 5 miles of its route. The bill exempts motor vehicles using trailers primarily used in the transport of agriculture commodities or livestock. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.) Read More

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