2017 Senate Bill 159 / Public Act 80

Let natural-gas fueled trucks carry heavier loads

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 15, 2017

Introduced by Sen. Tom Casperson (R-38)

To allow trucks that burn natural gas instead of diesel to carry heavier loads because their fuel is lighter.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation

March 21, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 28, 2017

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

To allow trucks that burn natural gas to exceed the maximum weight of diesel trucks by up to 2,000 pounds because of their heavier fuel systems.

Received in the House

March 28, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

May 30, 2017

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

June 13, 2017

Passed in the House 96 to 11 (details)

To allow trucks that burn natural gas to exceed the maximum weight of diesel trucks by up to 2,000 pounds because of their heavier fuel systems.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

July 11, 2017