12/16/04-A bill that sought to eliminate provisions in Ohio law that set up a slower speed for vehicles with a gross weight of more than 8,000 pounds has died.
It remained in the Senate Highways and Transportation Committee at the close of session Dec. 9, effectively killing it for the year.
Currently, large trucks are required to travel 55 mph – 10 mph below the 65 mph limit for other vehicles.
Under SB94, sponsored by Sen. Lynn Wachtmann, R-Napoleon, all vehicles would have a 65 mph speed limit. Highways in urban areas would remain at 55 mph for big rigs.
The House version – HB186 – remains active.

4/14/04-A Senate bill that would eliminate provisions in Ohio law that set up a slower speed for vehicles with a gross weight of more than 8,000 pounds remains in the Senate Highways and Transportation Committee.
SB94, sponsored by Sen. Lynn Wachtmann, R-Napoleon, has been before the panel since May 2003.
Currently, large trucks are required to travel 55 mph – 10 mph below the 65 mph limit for other vehicles. Under the new bill, all vehicles would have a 65 mph speed limit. Highways in urban areas would remain at 55 mph for big rigs.
For bill status, call (614) 466-8842.

Click here to read the 2003 legislative updates for SB94.