HB 2083 -- Emergency Utility Response Permits Sponsor: Kelley (126) This bill requires the Department of Transportation to issue emergency utility response permits that allow motor carriers to transport equipment and infrastructure necessary for repair work immediately following a disaster where utility service has been disrupted. Under exigent circumstances, verbal approval of the operation may be made by the motor carrier compliance supervisor or other designated motor carrier services representative. Motor carriers may operate on state highways and roads at any time on any day to assist utility companies granted a permit.