10/1/09-A bill in the Assembly Transportation Committee addresses portable scales.
Wisconsin law now requires that weighing of vehicles and loads on a portable scale or a certified stationary scale. Portable scales must be tested every 90 days to help ensure proper working order.
Sponsored by Rep. Tyler Steinbrink, D-Pleasant Prairie, AB455 would extend the testing requirement to every 180 days.
For Assembly bill status, call 608-266-2406. In Wisconsin, call 800-362-9472.