Bill > HB170

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's vehicle registration and inspection laws, specifically focusing on farm vehicles. The legislation creates three new categories of farm vehicles (Type AA, BB, and CC) based on their gross vehicle weight rating, each with specific restrictions on driving distance and purpose. Type AA vehicles (10,000 pounds or less) can travel up to 50 miles between farms or to businesses for agricultural commodity sales or vehicle servicing. Type BB vehicles (between 10,000-17,000 pounds) have more limited travel, restricted to 25 miles between farms or to nearby businesses. Type CC vehicles (over 17,000 pounds) have the most restrictive movement, limited to 10 miles between farms and 25 miles for business purposes. The bill also updates the biennial processing fees for these farm vehicle certificates, with fees ranging from $24 to $50 depending on the vehicle type. Additionally, the legislation adjusts vehicle inspection requirements to include these new farm vehicle categories, ensuring that each type of farm vehicle must display a current inspection certificate before being operated on highways. The changes aim to provide more flexible and nuanced regulations for farmers who need to move agricultural vehicles between farms and businesses while maintaining safety standards.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb170