South Dakota raises tire weight limit for permitted mobile cranes on state highways

Original title: establish a greater tire weight limit for a mobile crane moving on any highway in this state.

Last action · March 4, 2026: Signed by the GovernorSponsors: Kent Roe and 2 others

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What This Bill Does

House Bill 1189 increases the maximum allowable tire weight limit from 600 pounds to 650 pounds per inch of tire width for permanently attached axles on permitted mobile cranes operating with a boom carried over the vehicle.

Why it matters

Changes weight distribution allowances specifically for heavy crane operators and transport companies navigating state roads under permit rules.

Who It Affects

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mobile crane operators

Operators are subject to revised weight limit calculations per inch of tire width when moving permitted equipment across state highways.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new tire weight limit for mobile cranes in South Dakota?

The limit is set at 650 pounds on any inch of the tire width for permanently attached axles on mobile cranes moving with a boom carried over the vehicle under a specific permit.

What constitutes a mobile crane under this law?

A mobile crane is defined as a lifting machine mounted on a self-propelled carrier with a telescoping or lattice boom designed to move easily between work sites.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

15 actions

Mar 4, 2026HouseEnrolled
Signed by the Governor
Feb 26, 2026HouseEnrolled
Delivered to the Governor
Feb 25, 2026Senate
Signed by the President
Feb 24, 2026House
Signed by the Speaker
Feb 23, 2026SenateCommittee
Do Pass Amended
Feb 20, 2026Senate
Certified uncontested, placed on consent

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Feb 20, 2026SenateCommittee
Do Pass
Feb 20, 2026Senate
Scheduled for hearing
Feb 10, 2026SenateIntroduced
First read in Senate and referred to
Feb 9, 2026HouseCommittee
Do Pass Amended
Feb 5, 2026House
Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Feb 5, 2026HouseCommittee
Do Pass Amended
Feb 5, 2026House
Motion to amend
Feb 5, 2026House
Scheduled for hearing
Jan 29, 2026HouseIntroduced
First read in House and referred to

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