5/10/07-A new law eliminates the requirement that pole trailers hauling logs be equipped with wrappers made of steel chain, steel cable, or a combination of the two.
The new law, previously SB422, took effect immediately.

4/24/07-The House voted 97-2 to approve a bill that would eliminate the requirement that pole trailers hauling logs be equipped with wrappers made of steel chain, steel cable, or a combination of the two.
SB422 now heads to the governor's desk. The Senate already approved it.
For bill status, call (406) 444-4800.

3/23/07-A bill in the House Transportation Committee would eliminate the requirement that pole trailers hauling logs be equipped with wrappers made of steel chain, steel cable, or a combination of the two. The Senate previously approved the bill - SB422.
For bill status, call (406) 444-4800.

2/23/07-The Senate unanimously approved a bill that would eliminate the requirement that pole trailers hauling logs be equipped with wrappers made of steel chain, steel cable, or a combination of the two.
SB422 has been forwarded to the House where it is awaiting assignment to committee. For bill status, call (406) 444-4800.