nh-2026-175: Certification for Additional Truck Weights

1. Agency: Department of Safety, Commissioner

Agency Address: Department of Safety, Commissioner 33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305

6. (a) Summary of what the rule says and of any proposed amendments including

whether the rule implements a state statute for the first time: This rule states the process and procedure to certify for an additional registration for trucks that exceed the gross vehicle weight limit per RSA 266:18-d to travel on any way. The proposed amendments include an additional definition for authorized agent, removal of inspection language and reference to 266:1, and updates revision dates on all forms referenced in the rule. Saf-C 4100 is set to expire 9-22-26 but is subject to extension through the rulemaking process pursuant to RSA 541-A:14-a. Does this rule implement a state statute for the first time? No ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/08/2026 6. (b) Brief description of the groups affected: The groups affected are any individuals, groups, or entities that drive a vehicle which exceeds the gross vehicle weight limit. 6. (c) Specific section or sections of state statute or federal statute or regulation which the rule is intended to implement: RULE STATUTE Saf-C 4101.01 RSA 21-P:14 Saf-C 4101.02 RSA 259:13 Saf-C 4101.03 RSA 259:19 Saf-C 4101.04 RSA 21-P:14 Saf-C 4101.05 RSA 259:108 Saf-C 4101.06 RSA 259:113 Saf-C 4101.07 RSA 259:108; RSA 259:100-a Saf-C 4102.01 – Saf-C 4102.04 RSA 266:18-d, II & VI

7. Contact person for copies and questions including requests to accommodate

persons with disabilities: Name: Melissa J Reilly Title: DMV Deputy Director Address: 23 Hazen Drive Phone Number: (603) 227-4222 Concord, NH 03305 FAX Number: Email: DMV.Rules@dos.nh.gov

8. Deadline for submission of materials in writing or, if practicable for the agency, in

the electronic format specified: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 _ Fax X Email DMV.Rules@dos.nh.gov _ Other

9. Public hearing scheduled for:

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Place: Department of Safety 33 Hazen Drive 2nd Fl Conference Rm Concord, NH 03305 Electronic Access, if applicable: N/A ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/08/2026

10. Fiscal Impact Statement (Prepared by Legislative Budget Assistant):

FIS #: FIS 26:190, dated: Tuesday, September 8, 2026

1. Comparison of the costs of the proposed rule(s) to the existing rule(s):

There is no difference in costs when comparing the proposed rules to the existing rules.

2. Cite the Federal mandate. Identify the impact on state funds:

No federal mandate, no impact on state funds.

C. To independently owned businesses:

None. 11. Statement Relative to Part I, Article 28-a of the N.H. Constitution: This proposal does not create a new program or responsibility, or expand, modify, mandate, or assign a program or responsibility to any political subdivision, in such a way as to increase the costs a political subdivision must pay. Therefore, this proposal does not violate Part I, Article 28-a of the N.H. Constitution. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/08/2026