FMCSA Grants Fireworks Drivers July 4th Time Limit Waivers
Published Date: 4/18/2025
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Summary
The FMCSA is asking for your thoughts on letting fireworks drivers skip some usual driving time rules and use paper logs instead of electronic ones during the July 4th holiday. This change would help drivers hauling pyrotechnics from June 28 to July 8 each year, starting in 2025 through 2029. It’s all about making holiday fireworks deliveries smoother and safer without extra costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
14‑Hour Limit Calculation Waiver
If you drive fireworks (pyrotechnics) during the Independence Day period, you may be allowed to exclude off‑duty and sleeper‑berth time of any length when calculating the 14‑hour on‑duty limit. This exemption would apply each year from June 28 through July 8, starting in 2025 and running through 2029.
Paper Logs Instead of ELDs Allowed
If you drive fireworks during the Independence Day period, you may be allowed to use paper records of duty status (paper RODS) instead of an electronic logging device (ELD). This allowance would apply each year from June 28 through July 8, from 2025 through 2029.
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