HR 5692
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations to modify the gross combination weight rating of a vehicle covered under Group B, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill asks the Department of Transportation to update regulations regarding the weight limits for commercial vehicles. Specifically, it aims to increase the maximum gross combination weight rating for a single vehicle classified as ‘Group B’ (often referred to as a Heavy Straight Vehicle) from 26,001 pounds to 30,001 pounds. This change would allow certain trucks to carry more cargo. The bill also includes provisions for related regulations.
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Louie Gohmert
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