Bill > HF2141

This bill modifies the special permits for hauling construction materials in Minnesota. The key provisions are: 1. It expands the definition of "construction materials" to include a wider range of materials used in construction, such as aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and recycled road materials. 2. It allows six-axle vehicles to haul construction materials with a gross vehicle weight of up to 90,000 pounds, or 99,000 pounds during certain seasonal periods. 3. It allows seven-axle vehicles to haul construction materials with a gross vehicle weight of up to 97,000 pounds, or 99,000 pounds during certain seasonal periods. 4. It subjects vehicles operating under these permits to various restrictions, such as axle weight limits, seasonal load restrictions, bridge load limits, and local truck route requirements. 5. It requires the revenue from these permits to be deposited in the bridge inspection and signing account. 6. It allows the expiration date of the permits to be aligned with the expiration date of the vehicle's registration. 7. It encourages permit holders to operate on local preferred routes identified by the local road authorities.