House Bill No. by Representative Owen amends R.S. 32:387(A) to streamline the permitting process for oversized vehicles on public highways in Louisiana. The bill removes the requirement for vehicles to obtain special permits from agencies or political subdivisions other than the Department of Transportation and Development. Additionally, it establishes that the special permit will be issued at the discretion of the secretary of the department. The bill also specifies that the provisions do not apply to the parishes of Bossier and Caddo.

Furthermore, the bill imposes a one-year moratorium on the enactment or adoption of any new ordinances, rules, or regulations that would create or modify permit requirements for oversized vehicles. During this period, political subdivisions can continue to issue permits under existing requirements but are prohibited from implementing any new or revised permit regulations. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB746 Original: 32:387(A)
HB746 Engrossed: 32:387(A)
HB746 Reengrossed: 32:387(A)
HB746 Enrolled: 32:387(A)