6/4/08-A bill is likely dead that was intended to be used as an incentive to reduce truck idling.
Sponsored by Rep. Dave Winters, R-Shirland, HB4171 sought to increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem, or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology. Affected trucks would be authorized to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.

4/4/08-A bill has been referred to the House Rules Committee that is intended to be used as an incentive to reduce truck idling.
Sponsored by Rep. Dave Winters, R-Shirland, HB4171 would increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem, or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology. Affected trucks would be authorized to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.
For House bill status, call (217) 782-5799. In Illinois, call 1-800-252-6300.

3/3/08-A bill in the House Environment and Energy Committee is intended to be used as an incentive to reduce truck idling.
Sponsored by Rep. Dave Winters, R-Shirland, HB4171 would increase the maximum gross vehicle, axle, tandem, or bridge formula weight limits for large trucks equipped with idle reduction technology. Affected trucks would be authorized to weigh up to an additional 400 pounds.
For House bill status, call (217) 782-5799. In Illinois, call 1-800-252-6300.