H.R.2920

VARIANCE Act Vehicle Axle Redistribution Increases Allow New Capacities for Efficiency Act

Introduced·4/17/25

Allows commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods to exceed maximum axle weight limits by up to 10%.

The bill amends federal law to allow commercial motor vehicles transporting dry bulk goods to exceed the maximum axle weight limit by up to 10%. The definition of dry bulk goods includes unmarked, unpackaged, nonliquid cargo in trailers designed for such cargo. This change aims to increase efficiency in the transportation of dry bulk goods.

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Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 17, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Apr 17, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Apr 17, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.