Gross weight limit of vehicles modified to 108,000 pounds, conforming changes made, and special hauling and overweight permits for trucks eliminated.

HF 1264 increases Minnesota's standard gross vehicle weight limit from 80,000 to 108,000 pounds for commercial trucks and eliminates special hauling and overweight permits. The bill modifies tax schedules in Minnesota Statutes to reflect the new weight limit, including a new "T" category for vehicles weighing 78,001-108,000 pounds with a $1,760 tax rate. It directly affects commercial trucking operators who previously required special permits for heavier loads. The bill repeals multiple existing permit-related statutes (including 169.826, 169.86, and 169.865 sections) to align with the new weight standard. This change simplifies compliance for trucking companies operating within the updated weight limit.