Researchers
Co-Principal Investigator
Chris Albrecht
About the research
This project investigated regulatory issues that may affect or limit freight movement in Iowa and other Midwest states: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Current state regulations for the following are reviewed and summarized:
- Vehicle dimensions
- Vehicle weights
- Driver qualifications
- Enforcement
- Fees and taxes
- Medical certification
- Hours of service
- Oversize-overweight permits