Georgia’s House Bill 189 looks at increasing the weight limit of tractor trailers and loads from 80,000 pounds to up to 95,000 pounds with a special waiver. The proponents of the bill say the weight increase will help with supply chain issues and make Georgia’s weight limits on par with neighboring states and that fewer trips needed for transport will help reduce emissions. 

Here’s the Problem: Raising the weight limit is dangerous for Georgians. 

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