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To amend title 23, United States Code, to establish an axle weight tolerance for certain commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods, and for other purposes.
12/16/2024, 7:27 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3318
Bill 118 hr 3318, also known as the Axle Weight Tolerance Act, aims to make changes to title 23 of the United States Code in order to establish a specific weight tolerance for certain commercial motor vehicles that are transporting dry bulk goods. The bill seeks to address concerns related to the weight limits currently in place for these types of vehicles, which can often lead to fines and penalties for drivers who exceed the limits.
The proposed legislation would create a new axle weight tolerance that would apply specifically to commercial motor vehicles carrying dry bulk goods. This tolerance would allow for a certain amount of flexibility in the weight limits, providing some leeway for drivers who may inadvertently exceed the limits due to factors such as road conditions or loading practices.
In addition to establishing this axle weight tolerance, the bill also includes provisions for enforcement and oversight to ensure that the new regulations are being followed. This would help to prevent abuse of the tolerance and ensure that commercial motor vehicles are operating safely and within the limits set by the legislation. Overall, the Axle Weight Tolerance Act aims to provide a more practical and reasonable approach to weight limits for commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods, while also promoting safety and compliance with regulations.
The proposed legislation would create a new axle weight tolerance that would apply specifically to commercial motor vehicles carrying dry bulk goods. This tolerance would allow for a certain amount of flexibility in the weight limits, providing some leeway for drivers who may inadvertently exceed the limits due to factors such as road conditions or loading practices.
In addition to establishing this axle weight tolerance, the bill also includes provisions for enforcement and oversight to ensure that the new regulations are being followed. This would help to prevent abuse of the tolerance and ensure that commercial motor vehicles are operating safely and within the limits set by the legislation. Overall, the Axle Weight Tolerance Act aims to provide a more practical and reasonable approach to weight limits for commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods, while also promoting safety and compliance with regulations.
Congressional Summary of HR 3318
This bill allows commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods to operate on the Interstate Highway System with up to 110% of the maximum authorized weight on any axle or axle group.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3318
Bill HR 3318 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3318 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3318's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 634. as of November 26, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3318
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3318
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
- Motor carriers
- Motor vehicles
- Service industries
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3318
To amend title 23, United States Code, to establish an axle weight tolerance for certain commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods, and for other purposes.
To amend title 23, United States Code, to establish an axle weight tolerance for certain commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3318
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