INTERMODAL CHASSIS INSPECTION
Summary
Creates the Intermodal Chassis Roadability Inspection Act. Provides that marine and rail terminal operators must establish a program to ensure that trailers used to carry containers shipped by water or rail have been inspected and approved. Establishes requirements for the program. Provides that the terminal operator is responsible for violations not directly attributable to the negligence of the vehicle owner or driver. Establishes penalties for violations. Provides that it is a Class B misdemeanor to threaten, coerce, or retaliate against an inspector who decides that a trailer is unsafe or against a driver who seeks reinspection of a trailer or reports its condition to law enforcement authorities. Provides that the Secretary of State shall adopt rules for implementing the new Act.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2003
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2003
Last action Jan 11, 2005
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
0
Committee
3
Jan 11, 2005
House · Failed
Session Sine Die
Mar 13, 2003
House · Referred to committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Feb 26, 2003
House · Referred to committee
Assigned to Transportation and Motor Vehicles Committee
Feb 20, 2003
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules Committee
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
Kevin Joyce
DDemocratic
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