6/20/06-Gov. Kathleen Blanco signed a bill June 8 authorizing the issuance of special permits for hauling specialized heavy equipment on interstates. It takes effect Aug. 15.
The new law, previously HB1190, affects heavy haulers up to 16 feet wide on interstates. The speed limit for such trucks will be 55 mph.
Special permits could be refused because of construction, highway or traffic conditions.

5/25/06-The Senate has approved a bill that would authorize the issuance of special permits for hauling specialized heavy equipment on interstates.
Sponsored by Rep. Mickey Guillory, D-Houma, HB1190 has been sent to Gov. Kathleen Blanco’s desk for her signature. The House already approved it.
The bill would affect heavy haulers up to 16 feet wide on interstates. The speed limit for such trucks would be 55 mph.
Special permits could be refused because of construction, highway or traffic conditions.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.

5/19/06-The Senate Transportation, Highways and Public Works Committee has approved a bill that would authorize the issuance of special permits for hauling specialized heavy equipment on interstates.
Sponsored by Rep. Mickey Guillory, D-Houma, HB1190 would affect heavy haulers up to 16 feet wide on interstates. The speed limit for such trucks would be 55 mph.
Special permits could be refused because of construction, highway or traffic conditions.
The bill has been sent to the full Senate. The House already approved it.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.

5/18/06-The House unanimously approved a bill that would authorize the issuance of special permits for hauling specialized heavy equipment on interstates.
Sponsored by Rep. Mickey Guillory, D-Houma, HB1190 would affect heavy haulers up to 16 feet wide on interstates. The speed limit for such trucks would be 55 mph.
Special permits could be refused because of construction, highway or traffic conditions.
The bill is in the Senate Transportation, Highways and Public Works Committee.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.