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Exemptions to hours regs issued in some states for propane, fuel, relief load haulers

In wake of Winter Storm Hercules and the extreme temperatures in impacted states, several states have issued exemptions or waivers of federal hours-of-service rules for truck drivers hauling fuel to or in those states.

Here’s a list of the states who have issued waivers:

Arkansas: Gov. Mike Beebe has issued a state of emergency declaration that exempts carriers and drivers carrying liquified petroleum gas and those carrying any load that provides” direct assistance in providing emergency relief,” according to the declaration. The exemption is in effect until Jan. 17.

Maine: Gov. Paul LePage has issued an emergency proclamation that exempts drivers carrying heating fuel and bulk petroleum from federal hours-of-service regulations. The exemption lasts until Jan. 18.

Massachussetts: Gov. Deval Patrick’s declaration of emergency for waives HOS rules for carriers and drivers transporting “fuels necessary for the continues heating of homes and businesses.” It lasts until 11:59 p.m.,  Jan. 7.

Michigan: Gov. Rick Snyder has issued a waiver of hours-of-service rules for drivers hauling propane, in an attempt to mitigate propane shortages and delivery delays in the state. The order only applies to propane haulers. The waiver is in effect until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 10.

New Hampshire: The state has issued a declaration of emergency that waives HOS rules for drivers and carriers hauling propane, gasoline, diesel and fuel oil to distributors, homes, businesses and government buildings within the state. Drivers must have a copy of the Declaration of Emergency Notice with them. The waiver lasts until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 11.

New Jersey: Gov. Chris Christie issued an exemption to drivers hauling propane heating fuel within the state. The exemption lasts until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 11.

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