2008 Senate Bill 1524

Extend utility truck seasonal weight limit exemption

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 18, 2008

Introduced by Sen. Jud Gilbert (R-25)

To expand a limited exemption from the seasonal truck weight restrictions ("frost laws") for public utility trucks that applies to the utility’s subcontractors.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation

Sept. 25, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 5, 2008

Amendment offered by Sen. Ray Basham (D-8)

To require the public utility to assume joint liability for damage to any roads or bridges caused by the subcontractor while in the employ of the public utility.

The amendment failed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 27 to 11 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 6, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Transportation