To amend title 23, United States Code, to increase the maximum gross vehicle weight for certain agricultural vehicles operating on a segment of the Interstate System in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and for other purposes.
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IntroducedMr. McGuire (for himself and Mr. Wittman) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does:
This bill wants to make it easier for farmers and loggers in Virginia to transport their crops and wood on highways. It allows these vehicles, which can be quite heavy, to use a specific part of the Interstate System if they don't weigh more than 90,000 pounds.
Who Benefits and How:
- Farmers and loggers in Virginia: They can use bigger trucks to carry their crops or wood on highways, making their work easier and potentially cheaper.
- Consumers: This could help lower the cost of food and timber products by reducing transportation expenses.
Who Bears the Burden and How:
- Other drivers on the Interstate System: Heavier vehicles might cause more wear and tear on roads, potentially leading to higher maintenance costs. There could also be increased traffic congestion.
- Taxpayers: If road repairs become necessary due to heavier trucks, taxpayer money may be used for these repairs.
Key Provisions:
- The bill allows Virginia to issue special permits for agricultural vehicles up to 90,000 pounds to use a specific part of the Interstate System.
- These vehicles must be transporting unprocessed crops or raw wood products like logs and pulpwood.
- This change only applies to Virginia.
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
This bill aims to increase the maximum gross vehicle weight for certain agricultural vehicles operating on a segment of the Interstate System in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Policy Domains
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Transportation
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
A vehicle transporting unprocessed agricultural crops or raw forest products, with a gross weight not exceeding 90,000 pounds.
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