6/2/08-A bill has died that sought to increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology. It would have authorized affected trucks to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.
Sponsored by Rep. Thomas Jackson, D-Thomasville, HB238 was awaiting final consideration on the Senate floor when the regular session ended, effectively killing it for the year. The House previously approved it.

4/14/08-The Senate Commerce, Transportation and Utilities Committee approved a bill that would increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology.
Sponsored by Rep. Thomas Jackson, D-Thomasville, HB238 would authorize affected trucks to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.
The bill is awaiting consideration before the full Senate. The House previously approved it.
For bill status, call (334) 242-7627. In Alabama, call 1-800-499-3052.

3/4/08-The House unanimously approved a bill that would increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology.
Sponsored by Rep. Thomas Jackson, D-Thomasville, HB238 would authorize affected trucks to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.
The bill has moved to the Senate Commerce, Transportation and Utilities Committee.
For bill status, call (334) 242-7627. In Alabama, call 1-800-499-3052.
An identical Senate bill – SB352 – also is in the Senate Commerce, Transportation and Utilities Committee.