The state House of Representatives has passed legislation supported by Pennsylvania Farm Bureau that would allow for transportation of heavier loads of spring planting materials.
Representatives voted 122-79 in favor of House Bill 1232, sponsored by Rep. Jason Silvis of Westmoreland County. The measure now heads to the state Senate for consideration.
The bill would create a seasonal overweight permit for the movement of up to 95,000 pounds of lime, fertilizer and/or seed between March and June. PFB believes this would help farmers get ready for spring planting with fewer truck trips.
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