The bill SB1097 amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 28-1106, concerning vehicle size, weight, and load. It introduces new requirements for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) or local authorities when enacting ordinances or resolutions that restrict or prohibit vehicles of legal size from operating on major arterial streets connecting two or more local jurisdictions. Specifically, for ordinances or resolutions enacted on or after January 1, 2020, ADOT or a local authority must first conduct a test drive or apply a vehicle template to demonstrate that a vehicle of legal size cannot safely operate on the highway before imposing such restrictions.

The bill also outlines conditions under which existing truck restrictions on major arterial streets can be nullified, particularly if the street is improved to provide through traffic between jurisdictions after December 31, 2022. It allows for written requests to review route restrictions, requires local jurisdictions to comply with state-level determinations, and defines terms such as "major arterial street," "reasonable alternative route," "safely operate," "truck restriction," and "vehicle of legal size." Additionally, the bill mandates that local authorities repeal or amend any conflicting ordinances passed on or after January 1, 2020, within 90 days of the bill's effective date, and it deems non-compliant ordinances invalid.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-1106
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-1106
Chaptered Version: 28-1106