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FMCSA Extends Hours of Service Waiver until June 14, 2020

  • TPGA
  • May 15, 2020
  • 1 min read

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) extended the expiration date for its nationwide emergency declaration to June 14, 2020 .

The declaration waives hours of service requirements for motor carriers providing direct assistance in support of emergency relief efforts related to the COVID-19 outbreaks, including transportation to meet immediate needs essential supplies such as fuel. FMCSA also includes liquefied gases used for refrigeration and cooling systems. Direct assistance does not include routine commercial deliveries, including mixed loads with a nominal quantity of qualifying emergency relief added to obtain the benefits of this emergency declaration.

Click here for the updated waiver.

 
 
 

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