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Cobb's Board opposes state legislation increasing truck weight limits

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Trucks on highway
February 15, 2023

Cobb's Board of Commissioners joined a growing list of jurisdictions opposing proposed legislation that would increase the weight limit of trucks from 80,000 pounds to 90,000 pounds on state and local roads.  The resolution passed 5-0.

The increase could damage roads local taxpayers have to pay for and dramatically increase the risk of these trucks becoming involved in accidents.

Watch the video for the Deputy County Manager's plea to approve the resolution.