UPDATE: Pennsylvania Advances Motorsports Trailer Exemption Bill to Governor

You may use the following points in your message:
 

• S.B. 1171 creates an exemption for motor vehicles or a motor vehicle combination from perceived “commercial” activity provided that the vehicle is being used to transport another vehicle to or from an amateur competitive event, whether or not the owner displays sponsorship markings.
   
• S.B. 1171 provides clarity for many racers transporting vehicles used in competition to the track and encourages such transportation as an alternative to illegal street racing.
   
• S.B. 1171 recognizes the important economic and civic value that additional motorsports participation can provide to the state.
   
• S.B. 1171 acknowledges that motorsports represent an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.
   

Overview: Pennsylvania has introduced SAN-supported legislation (S.B. 1171) to create an exemption for motor vehicles or a motor vehicle combination from perceived “commercial” activity provided that the vehicle is being used to transport another vehicle to or from an amateur competitive event, whether or not the owner displays sponsorship markings. 

The bill states additional provisions whereby the vehicle must not exceed 26,001 pounds, cannot be carrying hazardous materials, and the vehicle is not designed to transport 16 or more people. The bill has passed both chambers and is now pending before Governor Tom Wolf for final approval.