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Subcommittee divided over proposed pilot to raise interstate truck gross vehicle weight to 91,000 pounds
Summary
Shippers pressed for a pilot to increase GVW to 91,000 pounds with a sixth axle and opt-in state participation; unions and many driver groups warned of safety risks and small‑business impacts.
A proposal to pilot raising interstate gross vehicle weight limits to 91,000 pounds, with a required sixth axle, drew support from shippers and opposition from unions and small‑carrier groups at the House subcommittee hearing.
Proponents said a narrow, state opt‑in pilot would reduce trips and emissions by allowing fuller loads on properly configured tractors and trailers. Opponents said heavier loads would exacerbate crash severity, harm infrastructure and impose costly equipment upgrades on small carriers.
Ryan Lindsey, Executive Vice…
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