S 2264 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to pup trailers

This bill amends Massachusetts vehicle laws to allow farmers to transport agricultural goods on trailers that weigh up to 99,000 pounds when combined with the towing vehicle. The provision applies specifically to trailers with at least two axles used exclusively for moving farm products to processing facilities within the state. To qualify for this exemption, the farmer must hold a general registration and a special permit that allows exceeding standard weight limits. The change aims to accommodate larger agricultural equipment without requiring the full commercial licensing typically needed for heavy loads.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2024
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Mar 7, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 7, 2024
Upper · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Transportation
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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