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Lawrence City Council unanimously opposes proposed federal increases to truck size and weight
Summary
After a presentation from a regional representative of the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks, the Lawrence City Common Council voted unanimously to approve a resolution opposing federal proposals to raise maximum truck weight from 80,000 to 91,000 pounds and to lengthen twin‑trailer rigs; the resolution will be sent to the city's congressional delegation.
The Lawrence City Common Council voted unanimously on May 4 to approve Resolution No. 3 (2026), which opposes federal proposals to increase commercial truck size and weight limits.
A regional representative of the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks outlined two pending federal proposals: increasing the gross vehicle weight maximum from the current 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds and lengthening twin‑trailer combinations by about 10 feet. The…
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