Senate Bill 722 proposes the creation of new regulations regarding weight limits for vehicles transporting grain, feed, or commercial fertilizer in Wisconsin. The bill allows the Department of Transportation (DOT) to issue permits for these vehicles to operate at a maximum weight of 91,000 pounds, which is an increase from the current limit of 90,000 pounds for certain agricultural vehicles. The permits will cost $325 and are valid only for specified routes within the state trunk highway system, with the possibility of using other highways if approved by local maintenance authorities. Additionally, the DOT has the authority to suspend these permits during spring thaw periods.

The bill also includes a provision that exempts it from the requirement for DOT to prepare a report on the legislation, which is typically mandated for bills that establish exceptions to vehicle weight limitations. This exemption is intended to streamline the process for implementing the new weight limits for agricultural transport. Overall, the bill aims to facilitate the transportation of essential agricultural products while maintaining safety and infrastructure integrity on state highways.