Texas and Louisiana have declared state emergencies due to Harvey. These declarations
automatically waive select FMCSRs, including hours-of-service (HOS) regulations, for motor
carriers hauling resources to aid in restoration efforts. The declarations exempt FCMSR in every state along the motor carrier’s route as long as the final destination is with the declared disaster areas in Texas or Louisiana.
How an MCSAP Inspector Obtains an ELD Output File at a Roadside Inspection
At a roadside inspection, an MCSAP inspector (or any authorized safety official) can obtain an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) output file from the driver’s ELD if the driver is required to use one under the ELD rule. Driver must be ELD‑required The ELD rule applies...