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Yahoo | County asks feds for caps on civil rights lawsuit payouts, truck weight limits
“Rogers County appealed to the federal government Monday to cap civil rights lawsuit payouts and restrict truck weight on county roads. District 3 Commissioner Ron Burrows brought a pair of resolutions on these topics to Monday’s meeting. He and District 1 Commissioner Dan DeLozier signed off on them; Chairman and District 2 Commissioner Steve Hendrix was absent. Burrows is the National Association of Counties’ state representative for Oklahoma. The commissioner said NACo, which lobbies the federal government on counties’ behalf,…
The Hill | Allowing Bigger Freight Trucks Would be a Highway Disaster
“Nearly 40 percent of major roads in America are in bad shape, costing the average driver $1,400 every year in repairs and lost time. The U.S. already has some of the most dangerous roads in the developed world. That’s why Americans must stand united against destructive legislative proposals to introduce massive freight trucks that are larger and heavier than our infrastructure can support. By maintaining current truck size limits, Congress can keep occupants, pedestrians and taxpayers in the driver’s seat.”…
Great Bend Tribune (KS) | Proposals in Congress would threaten Kansas infrastructure and public safety
“As president of the Kansas County Highway Association, I am concerned by continued efforts in the nation’s capital that would make Kansas highways more dangerous for motorists while damaging infrastructure, especially bridges. Special interest groups in Washington, D.C. are seeking to increase semi-truck size and maximum weights on our nation’s highways. They are floating various proposals that would raise the limit on truck weights from 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds and beyond.” Read More+…
Delaware Valley Journal | BINKER/BOHAN: Federal Truck Legislation Would Put Pennsylvania Motorists at Risk
“A group of 20 industry organizations, including the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, opposes increasing the weight limit. In a House subcommittee hearing on the proposed change, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh warned lawmakers off the idea. “Some shippers, large carriers and specific industries continue to claim increasing truck size and weight is good for trucking,” Pugh said. “Make no mistake, these are losing propositions for truckers and highway safety.” Read More+…
My Journal Courier (IL) | Commentary: Opponents of lifting weight limits on trucks say road safety is at risk — Chris Woodward
“Supporters of a pilot program to lift the federal limit of 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds say doing more with less — fewer trucks carrying more freight — will lower costs and address the shortage of drivers. The Heavier Truck Pilot Project, which has been debated in several sessions of Congress, would allow the increased weight for 10 years, with the goal of gathering data to measure the effects of the policy. Opponents argue that advocates overlook the damage to…
The Bakersfield Californian | Community Voices: Heavier trucks would spell disaster for California (Jake Johnson, President – California Association of Highway Patrolmen)
“California is the most populated state in the nation with the fifth largest economy in the world. We certainly have our fair share of trucks, and we see more every year. California motorists are put in danger by the sheer number of trucks and the road conditions in which they drive. They shouldn’t be made into test subjects to quantify the injuries and lives lost. Imagine any truck on the road massively overloaded just for the sake of money. How…
The Daily Courier (PA) | Opponents of Lifting Weight Limits on Trucks Say Road Safety Is at Risk
“When it comes to tractor-trailers hauling America’s freight, bigger isn’t necessarily better. That’s the argument opponents of expanding the allowable length and weight of trucks on U.S. highways made at a recent “fly-in” on Capitol Hill, urging lawmakers to tap the brakes on legislation to put bigger trucks on the road. Supporters of a pilot program to lift the federal limit of 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds say doing more with less — fewer trucks carrying more freight — will…
Land Line Media | Coalition pushing back against truck weight proposals
“The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is one of the more than 20 organizations included in the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks. Earlier this year, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh testified in front of a House subcommittee regarding truckers’ concerns about making trucks heavier. “Some shippers, large carriers and specific industries continue to claim increasing truck size and weight is good for trucking,” Pugh said. “Make no mistake, these are losing propositions for truckers and highway safety. I want to especially caution new…
Citizen Portal | Kirksville City Council passes resolution against larger trucks for infrastructure safety
“The Kirksville City Council took a significant step towards infrastructure safety and sustainability during their meeting on May 19, 2025, by passing a resolution opposing increases in truck size and weight limits. This decision, driven by concerns over road quality and safety, aligns with the efforts of the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks, an organization dedicated to monitoring and influencing legislation regarding truck regulations.” Read More+…