Increases overall dimension of truck tractor in combination with a semitrailer from 55 to 65 feet.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the maximum length of a truck tractor in combination with a semitrailer may not exceed 65 feet (rather than 55 feet) overall dimension on all non-State highways. Removes the requirement that truck tractor-semitrailer combinations must have no more than a maximum 55 feet overall wheel base on Class III roadways and other non-designated State highways. Provides that the distance between the kingpin and the axle of a semitrailer longer than 48 feet, in combination with a truck tractor, may not exceed 42 feet 6 inches, unless the trailer or semitrailer is used for the transport of livestock.

Companion HB 683 passed both Houses.

01/11/2017 First reading. Referred to Senate Committee on Assignments.
01/24/2017 Referred to Senate Committee on Transportation.
02/23/2017 Senate Committee amendment 1 filed.
02/23/2017 Senate Committee amendment 1 referred to Senate Committee on Assignments.
02/28/2017 Senate Committee amendment 1 referred to Senate Committee on Transportation.
03/01/2017 Senate Committee on Transportation passes as amended.
03/14/2017 Second reading in Senate.
03/14/2017 Placed on 3/15/17 Senate calendar for 3rd reading.
04/05/2017 Third reading. Passed Senate. Arrived in House. First reading. Referred to House Committee on Rules.