3/21/06-A bill that sought to make the state’s roadways safer near weigh stations has died.
HB2743, sponsored by Rep. Ryan Kiesel, D-Seminole, failed to be taken up for a vote on the House floor March 16, the deadline for consideration before the chamber.
The bill would have allowed truck drivers in Oklahoma to bypass congested weigh stations on interstates.

2/28/06-The House Transportation Committee unanimously approved a bill Feb. 23 intended to make the state’s roadways safer near weigh stations.
HB2743, sponsored by Ryan Kiesel, D-Seminole, would allow truck drivers to bypass congested weigh stations on interstates throughout the state.
The bill has been forwarded to the full House for further consideration.
For House bill status, call (405) 521-2711. In Oklahoma, call 1-800-522-8502.