NRS 481A.010
Enactment and text of Agreement.
(a)
The expanding regional economy depends on expanding transportation capacity;(b)
Highway transportation is the major mode for movement of persons and goods in the western states;(c)
Uniform application in the west of more adequate vehicle size and weight standards will result in a reduction of pollution, congestion, fuel consumption and related transportation costs, which are necessary to permit increased productivity;(d)
A number of western states have already, to the fullest extent possible, adopted substantially the 1964 Bureau of Public Roads recommended vehicle size and weight standards; and(e)
The participating jurisdictions are most capable of developing vehicle size and weight standards most appropriate for the regional economy and transportation requirements, consistent with and in recognition of principles of highway safety.(a)
Adhere to the principle that each participating jurisdiction should have the freedom to develop vehicle size and weight standards that it determines to be most appropriate to its economy and highway system.(b)
Establish a system authorizing the operation of vehicles traveling between two or more participating jurisdictions at more adequate size and weight standards.(c)
Promote uniformity among participating jurisdictions in vehicle size and weight standards on the basis of the objectives set forth in this agreement.(d)
Secure uniformity insofar as possible, of administrative procedures in the enforcement of recommended vehicle size and weight standards.(e)
Provide a means for the encouragement and utilization of research which will facilitate the achievement of the foregoing purposes, with due regard for the findings set forth in section 1 of this article.(f)
Facilitate communication among legislators, state transportation administrators and commercial industry representatives in addressing issues relating to highway transportation in participating jurisdictions.(a)
“Cooperating committee” means the committee consisting of the designated representatives from all participating jurisdictions.(b)
“Designated representative” means a legislator or other person authorized pursuant to Article XI to represent the jurisdiction.(c)
“Jurisdiction” means a state of the United States or the District of Columbia.(d)
“Vehicle” means any vehicle as defined by statute to be subject to size and weight standards which operates in two or more participating jurisdictions.(a)
Collect, correlate, analyze and evaluate information resulting or derivable from research and testing activities in relation to vehicle size and weight-related matters.(b)
Recommend and encourage the undertaking of research and testing in any aspect of vehicle size and weight or related matter when, in their collective judgment, appropriate or sufficient research or testing has not been undertaken.(c)
Recommend changes in law or policy with emphasis on compatibility of laws and uniformity of administrative rules or regulations which would promote effective governmental action or coordination in the field of vehicle size and weight-related matters.(d)
Recommend improvements in highway operations, vehicular safety and state administration of highway transportation laws.(e)
Perform any functions required to carry out the purposes of this agreement.(a)
It is the objective of the participating jurisdictions to obtain more efficient and economical transportation by motor vehicles between and among the participating jurisdictions by encouraging the adoption of standards that will, as minimums, allow the operation of a vehicle or combination of vehicles in regular operation on all state highways, except those determined through an engineering evaluation to be inadequate, with a single-axle weight not in excess of 20,000 pounds, a tandem-axle weight not in excess of 34,000 pounds, and a gross vehicle or combination weight not in excess of that resulting from application of the formula:(b)
It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions that the operation of a vehicle or combination of vehicles in interstate commerce according to the provisions of subsection (a) of this section be authorized under special permit authority by each participating jurisdiction if the vehicle or combination of vehicles weighs more than 80,000 pounds or exceeds the length prescribed by statute in the participating jurisdiction in which the vehicle or combination of vehicles is operated.(c)
It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions to facilitate and expedite the operation of any vehicle or combination of vehicles between and among the participating jurisdictions under the provisions of subsection (a) or (b) of this section, and to that end the participating jurisdictions hereby agree, through their designated representatives, to meet and cooperate in the consideration of vehicle size and weight-related matters, including, but not limited to, the development of uniform enforcement procedures, additional vehicle size and weight standards, operational standards, agreements or compacts to facilitate regional application and administration of vehicle size and weight standards, uniform permit procedures, uniform application forms, rules and regulations for the operation of vehicles, including equipment requirements, driver qualifications, and operating practices, and such other matters as may be pertinent.(d)
It is further the objective of the participating jurisdictions that the cooperating committee may recommend that the participating jurisdictions jointly secure Congressional approval of this agreement and, specifically of the vehicle size and weight standards set forth in subsection (a) of this section.(e)
It is the further objective of the participating jurisdictions to:(1)
Establish transportation laws and regulations that satisfy regional and economic requirements and promote an efficient, safe and compatible network of transportation.(2)
Develop standards that facilitate the most efficient and environmentally sound operation of vehicles on highways, consistent with and in recognition of the principles of highway safety.(3)
Establish programs to increase productivity and reduce congestion, consumption of fuel and related costs of transportation and enhance the quality of air through the uniform application of state vehicle laws and regulations.
Source:
Section 481A.010 — Enactment and text of Agreement., https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-481A.html#NRS481ASec010
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