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Road Safety: Speed Limits for Large Trucks

New regulations aim to enhance road safety by mandating speed limiters in large trucks. This means that traveling on roads will become safer for all road users, and the risk of severe accidents involving trucks may decrease. Truck drivers will need to adjust to the new speed limits, which will impact delivery times.
Key points
All new commercial trucks must be equipped with speed-limiting technology, capping speed at 65 miles per hour.
Existing trucks manufactured after 1992 with installed speed limiters must use them during operation.
Trucks with advanced safety systems (adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking) can operate up to 70 miles per hour.
Truck owners will be required to verify and certify compliance with these new requirements.
Regulations will be reviewed every 5 years to incorporate new safety technologies and data.
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Print number: 117_HR_3523
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cullum Owings Large Truck Safe Operating Speed Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3523.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All new commercial trucks must be equipped with speed-limiting technology, capping speed at 65 miles per hour.
  • Existing trucks manufactured after 1992 with installed speed limiters must use them during operation.
  • Trucks with advanced safety systems (adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking) can operate up to 70 miles per hour.
  • Truck owners will be required to verify and certify compliance with these new requirements.
  • Regulations will be reviewed every 5 years to incorporate new safety technologies and data.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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