SAFE AND EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION ACT
The bill authorizes states to allow the operation of trucks on the Interstate Highway System with a gross weight of 97,000 pounds. Current law limits the weight of five-axle trucks traveling on the interstate system to 80,000 pounds. The legislation requires that trucks operating above 80,000 pounds must add a sixth axle to compensate for the extra weight.
What are your thoughts on this bill? Some say this will allow for safer and less congested highways, cleaner air and less costly freight. Trucks will be able to haul 1/3 more weight than before.
Are you FOR or OPPOSED the Safe and Efficient Transportation Act?