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IRP stands for International Registration Plan, a registration arrangement for U.S. states and Canadian provinces allowing commercial carriers to operate across jurisdictions with the same plate and cab card. Instead of registering your truck in each state, IRP makes interstate travel easy and affordable. New truck owners may hear words like apportioned registration, IRP plates, and multistate trucking compliance. These are all key to operating legally across state lines.
With IRP registration, carriers avoid penalties and grants interstate passage, which, for the new owner-operator, is paramount. IRP divides registration fees according to the miles you run within the given jurisdiction; therefore you pay only when you actually operate. This system was established for trucking companies that haul freight across borders, making it a critical component of commercial fleet compliance under DOT regulations and long-haul trucking requirements. Learning IRP early on is something you need to be aware of to ensure compliance in your operations from day one.
Upon your application for IRP, apportioned plates, whose license plates are recognized by all member states and provinces of IRP, are issued. The cab card is issued alongside describing the jurisdictions where you are authorized to operate. During your operation, you must be able to monitor your mileage within the state for compliance purposes, preferably by means of ELD or digital mileage-tracking tools. It is the mileage accrued in these states that will determine the IRP fee they remit at the end of the year.
Most heavy commercial vehicles come under IRP regulations, particularly those that carry weight of 26,000 pounds and above or vehicles that have three axles and above. If you are in interstate trucking, conducting interstate freight for commercial purposes, or operating a fleet that crosses state lines, IRP is a must. Most of the time, new truck owners will confuse IRP with IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement). However, the two are completely independent compliance requirements. Knowing the difference will allow you to set up your trucking business, regulatory paperwork, and DOT compliance faster and easier.
Initially, you will be submitting an application through your state's IRP office with proof of ownership, insurance documents, a USDOT number, and your residency details. Upon sometime after processing your application and approval, you shall receive your apportioned plates and cab card; thus, you are then in business for interstate operations right away. Basically, you need to renew IRP every year and keep accurate records of all your miles for avoiding audits.
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