To amend title 49, United States Code, with respect to the enforcement of certain safety requirements relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5177 aims to amend Title 49 of the United States Code to enhance the enforcement of safety requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers. The bill mandates that states enforce specific sections of Executive Order 14286, related to enforcing rules of the road for truck drivers, at weigh stations. This enforcement is intended to improve road safety by ensuring compliance with existing regulations.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be increased scrutiny of commercial motor vehicles at weigh stations. This could lead to more consistent enforcement of safety regulations across states. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce accidents and improve the overall safety of roadways for all users.
Potential Benefits
- Improved road safety through stricter enforcement of existing regulations.
- More consistent application of safety standards across different states.
- Potential reduction in accidents involving commercial motor vehicles.
- Enhanced accountability for commercial motor vehicle drivers and companies.
- Streamlined enforcement process by focusing on weigh stations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased wait times and delays for commercial motor vehicles at weigh stations.
- Possible strain on state resources to implement and enforce the new requirements.
- Risk of disproportionate impact on smaller trucking companies that may struggle to comply with stricter regulations.
- Potential for unintended consequences if the executive order's sections are poorly defined or overly burdensome.
- Possible legal challenges if the mandate infringes on interstate commerce or other constitutional rights.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce. By setting safety standards for commercial motor vehicles, the bill aims to ensure the safe and efficient flow of goods across state lines. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).