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House rejects reconsideration of engine-brake restriction after floor debate
Summary
The North Dakota House voted 46-39 to deny a motion to reconsider Senate Bill 22‑53, which restricts use of engine brakes in certain areas; supporters cited public‑nuisance enforcement while opponents argued for driver safety and local control.
The North Dakota House of Representatives on March 19 voted down a motion to reconsider its earlier approval of Senate Bill 22‑53, a measure that restricts the use of engine brakes (sometimes called "Jake brakes") in certain zones.
The motion to reconsider, made by Representative Kevin Hout, failed on a roll call of 46 yeas and 39 nays, leaving the bill as previously passed on the House calendar.
Supporters of reconsideration urged caution about criminalizing a driver’s split‑second judgment. "It is a judgment call…
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