This bill amends R.S. 32:387(A) to streamline the permitting process for oversized vehicles by removing the requirement for these vehicles to obtain special permits from agencies or political subdivisions other than the Department of Transportation and Development. The new language specifies that the special permit will be issued solely at the discretion of the secretary of the department. Additionally, the bill introduces a one-year moratorium on the issuance of any local permits for oversized vehicles, allowing political subdivisions to continue issuing permits under existing requirements but prohibiting the adoption of new or revised permit regulations during this period.

Exceptions to the moratorium are made for the parishes of Bossier and Caddo, which are not subject to the provisions of this subsection. The bill aims to simplify the regulatory framework surrounding oversized vehicle permits and ensure consistency across the state while temporarily halting local changes to permit requirements. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period 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)
HB746 Act 566: 32:387(A)