⛽NPGA Seeks Exemption for Hours of Service Regulations in 2025
Hours of Service: National Propane Gas Association; Application for Exemption
Summary
FMCSA requests public comment on the application from the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) for an exemption from various hours-of-service (HOS) requirements between December 15 and March 15 each year to enable the propane industry to better prepare and respond to emergencies threatening human health and safety during winter. The applicant requests the exemption to allow drivers to drive up to 12 hours per day and be on duty up to 15 hours per day, without weekly limits, and to replace the 34-hour restart with a 24-hour restart, with prior notice by NPGA to FMCSA.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice outlines the petition from the NPGA requesting exemptions from HOS regulations, which has direct implications for propane delivery businesses, enabling extended operating hours in emergencies. This affects regulatory compliance and operational planning for those in the propane industry.