Propane Haulers Push Limits in Winter Emergencies
Published Date: 7/1/2025
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Summary
The National Propane Gas Association wants special permission to let propane drivers work longer hours during winter emergencies, from December 15 to March 15. This means drivers could drive up to 12 hours a day and be on duty for 15 hours, helping them deliver propane faster when people need it most. The government is asking for your thoughts before deciding, so this could speed up propane delivery without extra costs.
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Seasonal HOS Exemption for Propane Drivers
Between December 15 and March 15 each year, the National Propane Gas Association asks to exempt propane drivers from some hours-of-service rules so they can better prepare for and respond to winter emergencies that threaten human health and safety. The request would let drivers drive up to 12 hours per day, be on duty up to 15 hours per day, remove weekly limits, and replace the 34-hour restart with a 24-hour restart, with prior notice from NPGA to FMCSA.
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