4/1/05-HSB80 – a study bill that would permit drivers to legally drive 70 mph on rural interstate highways in the state – has been incorporated into HF826.

3/21/05-The House Ways and Means Committee voted 16-8 on March 16 to approve a study bill that would permit drivers to legally drive 70 mph on rural interstate highways in the state.
HSB80, which previously passed the House Transportation Committee, is one step away from going to the full House for a vote.
Sponsored by Rep. Dave Tjepkes, R-Gowrie, the bill would push the speed limit for all vehicles on portions of Interstates 80, 35 and 380 from 65 mph to 70 mph. Cities would maintain the authorization to set lower limits.
It also would nearly double fines for speeding on any roads posted at 55 mph and above. A driver traveling 65 mph in a 55 mph speed zone now pays $43 in fines, surcharges and court costs. That would jump to $82 under the proposal.
The revenue generated from the fine increases would be used for three years to help replace Iowa State Patrol cars.
The proposal has been sent to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration. If approved, it would go before the full House for approval. For bill status, call (515) 281-5129.

2/28/05-The House Transportation Committee voted 13-8 last week to approve a study bill that would permit drivers to legally drive 70 mph on rural interstate highways in the state.
HSB80, sponsored by Rep. Dave Tjepkes, R-Gowrie, would push the speed limit for all vehicles on the state’s four-lane expressways from 65 mph to 70 mph. Cities would maintain the authorization to set lower limits.
It also would increase fines for exceeding the speed limit. A driver traveling 65 mph in a 55 mph speed zone now pays $43 in fines, surcharges and court costs. That would jump to $82 under the proposal.
The proposal now heads to the full House for consideration. For bill status, call (515) 281-5129.

2/24/05-A bill in the House Transportation Committee would permit drivers to legally drive 70 mph on rural interstate highways.
HSB80, sponsored by Rep. Dave Tjepkes, R-Gowrie, would push the speed limit for all vehicles on the state’s four-lane expressways from 65 mph to 70 mph. Cities would maintain the authorization to set lower limits.
A driver traveling 65 mph in a 55 mph speed zone now pays $43 in fines, surcharges and court costs. That would jump to $82 under the proposal.
The bill is scheduled for debate by the committee Thursday, Feb. 24. For bill status, call (515) 281-5129.