(The Center Square) – A Virginia congressman has introduced legislation to reduce costs for farmers and loggers by improving supply chain efficiency through increasing the weight limit on interstate highways.
The Agricultural and Forestry Hauling Efficiency Act, introduced by Rep. John McGuire, R-Va., is the initial piece of legislation sponsored by the first-term congressman.
The federal weight allowance limit of 80,000 pounds on interstate highways does not apply to interstates, ultimately forcing them onto rural roads. McGuire says for Virginia, logging trucks are only allowed on rural roads. He says it creates a safety hazard, is less efficient and increases congestion…