ATLANTA — More than 100 local government leaders across Georgia signed a letter asking legislators to oppose a bill that would increase the weight of heavier trucks across Georgia.
House Bill 189 would increase the weight of semi-trucks to 90,000 pounds, which would add five tons to the current 80,000-pound limit.
Heavier trucks would only be allowed to drive on state and local roads because the maximum weight on interstates is 80,000 pounds.
The letter details the safety and maintenance concerns of local communities and includes signers from every region of Georgia, with representation from leaders of urban, suburban, exurban and rural counties.
Studies have shown that heavier trucks would damage roads and bridges, the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks said.