Two Midwest senators have introduced legislation to ease trucking regulatory issues for farmers.
U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) recently introduced the Seasonal Agriculture CDL Modernization Act. The legislation would:
- Authorize online renewal for restricted CDLs for farm-related service industries
- Alleviate restrictions and penalties by clarifying that ag-related equipment does not contribute to vehicle weight calculations
“When harvest season comes around, our farmers have enough on their plates – they shouldn’t have to spend valuable time navigating bureaucratic red tape that hinders their work in the field and on the roads,” said Ernst. “My Seasonal Agriculture CDL Modernization Act would update outdated regulations by ensuring seasonal restricted CDL registrations and renewals can be filed online, and providing more flexibility for folks driving vehicles specifically designed for the farm."
There is no companion bill in the House of Representatives.
