Thursday, February 11, 2010
Lawmakers Push Controversial Bill
KENTUCKY....
Several Kentucky lawmakers are pushing for passage of controversial House Bill 409 that would give heavy coal and road-equipment trucks the legal right to block public roadways for up to 60 minutes as they unload cargo. The bill’s sponsor, Democratic Representative Ancel Smith of Leburn in Knott County, said his bill is needed “to mine coal and build roads.” However, it is being met with criticism from those who see it as being extremely dangerous. The state Transportation Cabinet also expressed concerns Thursday about the bill, saying it raises questions about safety.
Several Kentucky lawmakers are pushing for passage of controversial House Bill 409 that would give heavy coal and road-equipment trucks the legal right to block public roadways for up to 60 minutes as they unload cargo. The bill’s sponsor, Democratic Representative Ancel Smith of Leburn in Knott County, said his bill is needed “to mine coal and build roads.” However, it is being met with criticism from those who see it as being extremely dangerous. The state Transportation Cabinet also expressed concerns Thursday about the bill, saying it raises questions about safety.
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