House Resolution No. introduced by Representatives Heffley, Diamond, Gallagher, Smith, and Zimmerman on January 23, 2025, directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a comprehensive study on truck parking in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the critical shortage of truck parking spaces, with an estimated shortfall of 4,400 spaces leading to approximately 1,000 trucks parking on highway shoulders and ramps nightly. This shortage poses challenges for truck drivers in complying with federal regulations and contributes to traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and road deterioration.

The study aims to analyze the multifaceted challenges of truck parking, assess areas with high demand, and examine successful models from other states. It will also develop strategies to expand parking facilities, engage with stakeholders for input, and recommend legislative actions to address current and future parking needs. The Joint State Government Commission is tasked with issuing a report detailing its findings and recommendations within 12 months of the resolution's adoption, which will inform future policy and investment decisions regarding truck parking in Pennsylvania.