Risky Business What is Map-21 : Risky Business

[chillout]

You've probably been hearing the term "Map-21" tossed around over the past few months. You'll be hearing a lot more because December 1 is when the FMCSA provision is now officially enforced.

Map-21 is the acronym for "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century" Act.

(Yes, I know what you're thinking..."We're from the government, and we're here to help you." LOL)

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[runrunner]

Some of MAP-21 may help things in the long run such as:
Jason's Law

Makes construction of safety rest areas, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) parking facilities, electric vehicle and natural gas vehicle infrastructure eligible for Federal funding. Requires DOT to survey States within 18 months of enactment regarding their CMV traffic and capability to provide CMV parking. DOT must periodically update this survey, and must post the results on DOT's website. [§1401]

Compilation and Study of Truck Size and Weight Limits

Requires DOT, in consultation with States and other relevant Federal agencies, to report to Congress within two years of enactment on a comprehensive study of truck size and weight limits. [§32801]

Requires DOT to report to Congress within two years of enactment on a compilation of State limitations on the size and weight of trucks that may travel on the National Highway System. [§32802]

Idle Reduction Technology

Raises the truck weight exemption for idle reduction equipment from 400 to 550 lbs. [§1510; 23 USC 127]