6/20/06-Gov. Kathleen Blanco signed a bill – HB1212 – June 8 adding nails to the list of loose materials that must be secured on vehicles. The new rule takes effect Aug. 15.
Existing state law requires loads including garbage and other discarded material and freight containers to be secured to avoid spilling or becoming loose, detached or presenting a safety hazard. Violators face a $500 fine and/or six months in jail.
Loose material now is defined as dirt, sand, gravel or “other materials capable of blowing or spilling from a vehicle other than natural agricultural products or wood chips.”

5/30/06-The Senate unanimously approved a bill that would add nails to the list of loose materials that must be secured on vehicles.
Sponsored by Rep. Juan LaFonta, D-New Orleans, HB1212 has been sent to Gov. Kathleen Blanco’s desk for her signature. The House passed it on a 77-10 vote.
Existing state law requires loads including garbage and other discarded material and freight containers to be secured to avoid spilling or becoming loose, detached or presenting a safety hazard. Violators face a $500 fine and/or six months in jail.
Loose material now is defined as dirt, sand, gravel or “other materials capable of blowing or spilling from a vehicle other than natural agricultural products or wood chips.”
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 add nails to the list of loose materials that must be secured on vehicles.
Existing state law requires loads including garbage and other discarded material and freight containers to be secured to avoid spilling or becoming loose, detached or presenting a safety hazard. Violators face a $500 fine and/or six months in jail.
Loose material now is defined as dirt, sand, gravel or “other materials capable of blowing or spilling from a vehicle other than natural agricultural products or wood chips.”
Sponsored by Rep. Juan LaFonta, D-New Orleans, HB1212 is awaiting consideration before the full Senate. The House passed it on a 77-10 vote.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.

5/18/06-The House approved a bill that would add nails to the list of loose materials that must be secured on vehicles.
Existing state law requires loads including garbage and other discarded material and freight containers to be secured to avoid spilling or becoming loose, detached or presenting a safety hazard. Violators face a $500 fine and/or six months in jail.
Loose material now is defined as dirt, sand, gravel or “other materials capable of blowing or spilling from a vehicle other than natural agricultural products or wood chips.”
Sponsored by Rep. Juan LaFonta, D-New Orleans, HB1212 is in the Senate Transportation, Highways and Public Works Committee.
For bill status, call (225) 342-2456. In Louisiana, call 1-800-256-3793.