Today the Senate Committee reported three bills out of the committee. They were SB 210, SB 164, and SB 173.
Senate Bill 210 would Provide for fair distribution of costs for county development by authorizing assessment and collection of fees. The two amendments for the bill give counties more flexibility in how much they collect. Senator Rucker (R-Jefferson) wanted to be sure that people wouldn’t be getting double taxed and was assured my council that they wouldn’t. The bill was then referred to the committee on finance and was given the recommendation that it pass.
Senate Bill 164 would relate to traffic regulations and special load limits. It would allow for extra space for large things coming off of a truck. It is geared towards transporting power poles. Senator Beach (D-Monongalia) wanted to be sure there were no weight limit changes to make sure bridges would be safe. Council assured him that there aren’t. The bill was then reported to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
Senate Bill 173 would define an aoutocycle for the road as a three wheeled enclosed vehicle that meets all the safety requirements as a car. It was given the recommendation that it pass and was reported out of the committee.
