Bill > HB116

This bill renames the Motor Carrier Compliance Division of the Department of Public Safety to Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, and makes several related changes to clarify the division's status and responsibilities. The bill requires that law enforcement officers within this division be trained, sworn, and certified, and updates various references to the division's name throughout state law. Specifically, it establishes a Regulatory Compliance Section within the newly named Commercial Vehicle Enforcement division, and clarifies the jurisdiction and duties of weight inspectors who work at fixed scale facilities. The bill also maintains the division's existing responsibilities for regulating motor carriers and limousine carriers, and ensures that its officers have the authority to enforce laws related to commercial motor vehicles, including conducting inspections, assessing civil penalties, and detaining vehicles with safety defects or operating in violation of regulations. Additionally, the bill updates provisions related to license plates for vehicles operated by this division, ensuring they continue to receive distinctive plates issued free of charge.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69469