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Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations.
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
SB 1815 would update Transportation Code to ensure compliance with federal standards in terms of lengths of loads, length exceptions, and weight limitations. Under SB 1815, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles would issue a permit to allow the operation on a state highway of equipment that exceeds the weight and size limits provided by law.
SB 1815 provides conforming language to current Transportation Code to ensure compliance with federal regulations. Texas Action is neutral on SB 1815.