This bill amends Section 49-654 of the Idaho Code to change the speed limits for vehicles with five or more axles that operate at a gross weight exceeding twenty-six thousand pounds. The new provision states that these vehicles will now have the same maximum lawful speed limits as other motor vehicles, eliminating the previous stipulation that their speed limit in urban areas and on state highways was ten miles per hour less than that of lighter vehicles. The bill also removes the specific speed limit of sixty-five miles per hour for these heavier vehicles on interstate highways in urban areas.

Additionally, the bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect on July 1, 2026. This change aims to standardize speed limits across different vehicle types, potentially improving traffic flow and safety on Idaho roads.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-654