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Archive of Emergency Declarations

Expired HEATT Act Information

On March 21, 2014, President Obama signed into law the "Home Heating Emergency Assistance Through Transportation Act of 2014" or "HHEATT Act." This law reactivates emergency exemptions that were issued or extended by FMCSA between February 5 and March 21, 2014, to provide regulatory relief for commercial motor vehicle operations directly supporting the delivery of propane and home heating fuels to areas under emergency. The declarations or extensions will remain in effect until May 31, 2014, unless terminated by FMCSA, in consultation with the governors of the applicable states. The act does not apply to intrastate motor carrier operations and only eligible interstate shipments may be covered by the exemption.

HHEATT Act

Description Effective Expired On

Home Heating Emergency Assistance Through Transporation Act of 2014 (PDF)

Affected States: Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia

3/21/2014

5/31/2014

Rescission of Certain Emergency Exemptions

Affected States: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin

4/10/2014 5/31/2014
 

Federal Emergency Declarations by Service Center


Southern Service Center

Description Effective Expires on
The Regional Field Administrator for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FM CSA), hereby declares that an emergency exists that warrants issuance of a Regional Emergency Declaration in the State of Florida under the provisions of 49 CFR § 390.23 providing exemption from Parts 390 through 399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), except as otherwise restricted by this Regional Declaration. 5/17/2017 6/16/2017
Regional Emergency Declaration Under the provisions of 49 CFR 390.23 from Parts 390 through 399 due to severe impacts to the southeast region of the United States resulting from Hurricane Matthew 11/4/2016 12/3/2016

Expired Regional Declarations

Description Effective Expires on

Extension Of State Declaration Notice 49 CFR § 390.25

Affected State: North Dakota

12/5/14 Until 11:59 P.M., December 13, 2014, whichever is less.

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Eastern Service Center

Affected State: Maryland

3/3/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Eastern Service Center

Affected States: Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont

2/25/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Eastern Service Center

Affected States: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia

2/5/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/1/2014, whichever is less

Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Eastern Service Center 

Affected States: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia

1/19/2014

In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is less

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by the Midwestern Service Center

Affected State: Missouri

3/4/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by the Midwestern Service Center

Affected State: Indiana

2/28/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by the Midwestern Service Center

Affected States: Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin

2/25/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by the Midwestern Service Center

Affected State: Ohio

2/25/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is sooner

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Midwestern Service Center

Affected States: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin

2/5/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/1/2014, whichever is less

Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Midwestern Service Center

Affected States: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin

1/19/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is less

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Southern Service Center

Affected States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Tennessee

2/5/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is less

Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Southern Service Center 

Affected States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Tennessee

1/27/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is less

Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Southern Service Center

Affected States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Tennessee

1/21/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is less

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Western Service Center

Affected State: South Dakota

2/25/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/15/2014, whichever is less

Extension of Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Western Service Center

Affected States: North Dakota and South Dakota

2/5/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/1/2014, whichever is less

Regional Emergency Declaration Issued by Western Service Center

Affected States: North Dakota and South Dakota

1/28/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 2/11/2014, whichever is sooner

Expired State Declarations

Alabama

Description Effective Expires On
Alabama: State of Emergency by Proclamation 06172017 06/20/2017 07/20/2017
Governor of Alabama issues State of Emergency in Preparation for Winter Weather 01/06/2017 02/05/2017
State of Emergency due to the gas line explosion in Shelby County, Alabama; specifically for 49 CFR Part 395 as it relates to pipeline repair and transportation of fuel 10/31/2016 11/30/2016
Alabama Governor Issues Emergency Declaration due to Storms 6/17/2016 6/21/2016
Alabama Governor Declares a State of Emergency to Waive the Hours of Service Regulations for Drivers for the Transport of Feed and Live Poultry 2/12/2014 2/23/2014
Alabama Governor Issues Emergency Declaration to Provide Regulatory Relief for CMV Operations Providing Direct Assistance Delivering Propane and Heating Fuels 1/23/2014 In effect until the threat to public safety and health ends and this Proclamation is terminated
Alabama Governor Declares State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Karen 10/5/2013 In effect until further notice
Alabama has Issued a Temporary Suspension of IRP and IFTA Requirements 6/4/2013 7/4/2013

Alaska

Description Effective Expires On
Alaska Declares an Emergency that Warrants Extension of the State Emergency 6/5/2015 7/5/2015
Alaska Declares Declaration of Disaster Emergency due to Unprecedented Flooding 4/7/2015 5/9/2015

Arkansas

Description Effective Expired On
Arkansas Governor Declares State of Emergency due to Impacts from Winter Weather 2/18/2015 3/18/2015
Proclamation DR 14-28: Arkansas Governor Declares State of Emergency 04/28/2014 6/5/2014
Arkansas Governor Declares a State of Emergency Applying to Commercial Carriers Hauling Liquefied Petroleum Products 1/3/2014 1/17/2014, or until emergency conditions cease to exist, whichever is sooner

California

Description Effective Expires on
Governor Brown Issues Emergency Order to Help Response to Situation at Oroville Dam 02/12/2017 TBA

Colorado

Description Effective Expires On
Colorado Governor Issues Emergency Declaration to Authorize Temporary Exception to Hours of Service Regulations for CMVs Used for Propane Transport 2/7/2014 3/7/2014 unless amended or terminated by executive order
Colorado Governor Issues Executive Order Declaring a Disaster Emergency 9/13/2013 10/12/2013, unless further extended
Severe Storms, Flooding and Landslides Trigger Federal Emergency Declaration in Colorado      9/11/2013 Continuing
Emergency Declaration Declared Due to Black Forest Fire in El Paso County 6/11/2013 30 days
Emergency Declaration Declared Due to Klickus Fire in Huerfano County 6/11/2013 30 days
Emergency Declaration Declared Due to Royal Gorge Fire in Fremont County 6/11/2013 30 days

Connecticut

Description Effective Expires On
Connecticut Driving Ban Order 1/26/2015 Until Further Notice
Connecticut Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles Grants a Limited Exemption from the Hours-of-Service Provisions 3/7/2014 3/15/2014 or sooner if terminated by the Commissioner
Connecticut Governor Proclaims a State of Civil Preparedness Emergency 2/13/2014 Unknown
Connecticut Provides Emergency Exemption from Hours of Service of Drivers  2/11/2014 3/1/2014
Emergency Exemption Issued for Connecticut from Hours of Service of Drivers 1/23/2014 2/11/2014 or sooner if terminated by the Commissioner
Emergency Exemption Issued for Connecticut from Hours of Service of Drivers 1/10/2014 1/16/2014 or sooner if terminated by the Commissioner
Waiver of International Registration Plan (IRP) Requirements for Connecticut 2/8/2013 In effect until further notice
Declaration of Disaster Emergency by Governor Dannel P. Maloy 2/8/2013 3/8/2013
Notice of Emergency Exemption from Hours of Service of Drivers 2/7/2013 2/13/2013

Delaware

Description Effective Expired On
Delaware Approves Emergency Waiver Regarding Hours-of-Service Regulations for Heating Fuel Deliveries 2/5/2015 2/10/2015
Delaware Approves Emergency Waiver Requested by Mid Atlantic Propane Gas Association Regarding Hours-of-Service Regulations and Intrastate Delivery of Heating Fuels 1/19/2014 1/22/2014

Florida

Description Effective Expired On
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR: EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 16-230 (Emergency Management - Hurricane Matthew) 10/3/2016 10/10/2016
Florida Issues Emergency Order due to Tropical Depression #9 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
DIVISION OF FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT Executive Order 16-205 Tropical Depression #9 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
FDOT BRIDGE RESTRICTIONS - APRIL 2016 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
Florida Department of Transportation TROPICAL DEPRESSION NUMBER 9 EMERGENCY ORDER (Pursuant to Executive Order No. 16-205) 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER (Emergency Management - Tropical Depression #9) 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
Emergency Road Use Permit 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
BRIDGE RESTRICTIONS 8/31/2016 10/30/2016
Florida Issues Emergency Declaration due to Tropical Storm Colin 6/6/2016 8/6/2016
Florida Governor and Secretary Declares State of Emergency Due to Tropical Storm Erika 8/28/2015 9/28/2015

Executive Order 14-144 Emergency Management - Severe Weather and Flash Flooding

Limited to certain counties within the declaration as described. 

4/30/2014 5/30/2014
Florida Governor Declares State of Emergency in 18 Counties for Tropical Storm Karen 10/5/2013 12/2/2013, 
unless further extended

Georgia

Description Effective Expires On
Emergency Declaration issued by Georgia Governor Deal 01/21/2017 01/29/2017
Emergency Declaration issued by Georgia Governor Deal 01/06/2017 01/08/2017
Declaration of State of Emergency due to the primary fuel pipeline incident resulting in a potential shortage of transportation fuel Suspension of Part 395 of Title 49 11/1/2016 11/15/2016
Declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the effects of Hurricane Matthew 10/4/2016 10/11/2016
Executive Order Issued due to Temporary Shutdown of Fuel Pipeline 9/13/2016 9/17/2016
THE STATE OF GEORGIA EXECUTIVE ORDER Tropical Storm Hermine 9/1/2016 9/4/2016
State of Emergency Issued due to Second Round of Winter Storms 1/21/2016 1/24/2016
Georgia Governor Issues Executive Order to Suspend Federal Rules and Regulations for Commercial Vehicle Operators 1/31/2014 2/14/2014
Georgia Governor Declares State of Emergency in Response to Winter Storms 1/28/2014 1/31/2014
Georgia Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for CMV Drivers Transporting Liquid Petroleum Gas 1/10/2014 1/17/2014 or upon conclusion of the emergency

Idaho

Description Effective Expires On
Executive Order Declaring a State of Energy Emergency and Temporarily Exempting Certain Carriers from Hours of Service Regulations Under Idaho Law to Help Meet Fuel Demands 01/04/2017 01/27/2017
Relief From The Motor Carrier Rules, Due To Wildfire Disaster Declaration 8/14/2013 9/13/2013
Idaho Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Wildfires 8/12/2013 9/11/2013
Executive order declaring a state of energy emergency and temporarily exempting certain carriers from hours of service regulations under Idaho law to help fuel demands 08/17/2017 08/24/2017

Illinois

Description Effective Expires On

Illinois Governor Declares Disaster in 7 Counties Following Severe Storm and Tornadoes

11/18/2013 12/18/2013

Illinois Secretary of State Issues Registration Exemptions for Disaster Area Relief Vehicles

11/18/2013 12/18/2013

Illinois Department of Transportation Emergency Declaration

11/18/2013 12/18/2013

Indiana

Description Effective Expires On
Indiana Governor Declares a State of Emergency to Provide Relief from Hours of Service for Intrastate CMV Drivers Transporting Propane 2/28/2014 3/15/2014
Indiana Governor Extends Emergency Declaration for Motor Carriers and Drivers Transporting Propane 1/29/2014 3/1/2014
Indiana Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 11/1/2013 11/10/2013

Iowa

Description Effective Expires On
Gov. Branstad signs formal disaster proclamation for 13 counties affected by flooding in Iowa 9/23/2016 10/22/2016
Iowa Governor Issues Proclamation of Disaster Emergency due to Avian Flu Outbreak 5/1/2015 5/31/2015
Iowa Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for CMV Drivers Transporting Propane 1/10/2014 1/28/2014
Iowa Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Due to Propane Shortage 12/19/2013 1/2/2014
Iowa Governor Signs Disaster Declaration Allowing for More Propane Transport During Harvest 10/25/2013 11/7/2013
Governor Branstad approves emergency proclamation allowing for more diesel transport 11/20/14 12/5/14

Kansas

Description Effective Expires On
FMCSA is granting this extension at the request of Kansas: EXTENSION OF STATE DECLARATION NOTICE 49 CFR § 390.25 04/05/2017 05/23/2017
Executive Order 17-01 for Regional Emergencies: Governor Brownback declared a state of emergency on March 5, and fires have now burned more than 626,000 acres. This ranks as the largest fire event in state history. 03/05/2017 04/08/2017
Kansas Governor Issues Executive Order for Motor Carriers Delivering Propane Directly Participating in Relief Efforts 1/14/2014 2/13/2014
Kansas Governor Issues Executive Order for Motor Carriers Delivering Propane and Participating in Relief Efforts 1/9/2014 1/14/2014
Kansas Governor Issues Executive Order to Aid in Oklahoma Storm Cleanup Effective immediately In effect until the expiration of the Declaration of Regional Emergency issued by FMCSA or 15 days (June 5, 2013) whichever is less.

Kentucky

Description Effective Expires On
Declaration of State of Emergency in Kentucky due to the primary fuel pipeline incident resulting in a potential shortage of transportation fuel Suspension of Part 395 of Title 49 11/7/2016 11/22/2016
Declaration Of Emergency For Damage Caused By Hurricane Matthew Official Order N0. 110418 10/7/2016 11/7/2016
Declaration of Emergency and Exemption of Hours of Service Regulations Issued for Transport of Agricultural Products 1/22/2016 1/31/2016
Kentucky Governor and Secretary Declares State of Emergency Due to Widespread Electrical Outages on Significant Portion of the Commonwealth 7/13/2015 7/23/2015
Kentucky Issues Declaration of Emergency Due to Weather Conditions 2/15/2015 Until Further Notice
Emergency Declaration for Kentucky Provides Exemption from Hours of Service Regulations for Delivery and Transport of Agricultural and Feed Products 2/7/2014 2/28/2014
Emergency Declaration and Exemption of Hours-of-Service Regulations for Delivery of Propane Issued for Kentucky 1/8/2014 1/28/2014

Louisiana

Description Effective Expires On
Declaration of Emergency; Proclamation Number 77 JBE 2017 06/17/2017 07/16/2017
Gov. Edwards Declares State of Emergency 02/07/2017 03/09/2017
Louisiana Declares State of Emergency due to Heavy Rain and Flooding 8/12/2016 9/10/2016
Louisiana Governor Issues a State of Emergency due to Delivery of Propane and Heating Fuel Products 2/23/2015 3/24/2015, Unless Terminated Sooner
Louisiana Governor Declares a State of Emergency Due to Extreme Cold Temperatures and Propane Shortage 1/22/2014 2/20/2014
Louisiana Governor Declares State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Karen 10/3/2013 11/1/2013

Maine

Description Effective Expires On
Maine-Governor's Emergency Proclamation for US-DOT FMCSA HOS-Waiver 02/14/2017 02/28/2017
Governor Issues Emergency Proclamation for US-DOT FMCSA Hours of Service Waiver 2/10/2016 3/11/2016
Governor LePage Issues Proclamation Regarding Hours of Service Waiver 1/12/2016 2/11/2016
Maine State of Emergency due to Winter Storm and Coastal Flooding 1/27/2015 2/13/2015
Maine Governor Declares a State of Emergency to Aid Delivery of Heating Fuel and Bulk Petroleum Products 1/19/2014 2/8/2014
Maine Governor Extends Emergency Declaration Due to Arctic Cold Temperatures 12/13/2013 1/18/2014
Maine Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Due to Arctic Cold Temperatures 12/13/2013 12/27/2013
Governor's Emergency Proclamation for US DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Hours of Service Waiver 2/8/2013 2/12/2013

Maryland

Description Effective Expires On
State of Maryland Declares State of Emergency Regarding Hurricane Joaquin 10/1/2015 11/1/2015
Maryland Governor Issues Emergency Declaration due to Delivery of Petroleum Products 2/23/2015 3/23/2015, Unless Terminated Sooner
Maryland Governor Declares a State of Emergency for Potential Impact from Impending Severe Storms and Significant Winter Weather 2/11/2014 Unknown
Maryland Department of Transportation Approves Waiver from Hours-of-Service Limitations for Mid Atlantic Propane Gas Association 1/16/2014 1/21/2014

Massachusetts 

Description Effective Expires On
Massachusetts Issues Declaration of Emergency Notice Pertaining to Interstate Transportation of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel 2/10/2015 Duration of the Emergency or until 11:59 P.M., EST, February 21, 2015, whichever is sooner.
Massachusetts Issues Declaration of Emergency Effective Immediately due to Winter Storm 2/9/2015 Until Emergency no longer exists
Massachusetts Declaration of Emergency Notice (Title 49 CFR § 390.23) Providing direct assistance supporting the delivery of propane gas, heating oil and natural gas into the affected areas and consumers during the emergency. 2/8/2015 Duration of the Emergency or until 11:59 P.M., EST, February 21, 2015, whichever is sooner.
Massachusetts Imposes Temporary Driving Ban due to Severe Winter Weather 1/26/2015 Until Further Notice
Massachusetts Declaration of Emergency pertaining to Severe Winter Weather 1/26/2015 Until Further Notice
Massachusetts Governor Declares an Emergency Pertaining to the Transportation of Propane Gas, Heating Oil and Diesel Fuel 1/8/2014 1/12/2014
Massachusetts Governor Declares an Emergency Pertaining to the Transportation of Propane Gas, Heating Oil and Diesel Fuel 1/2/2014 1/7/2014
Massachusetts Acting Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Due to Gasoline Shortage 12/17/2013 12/23/2013
Massachusetts Declaration of Emergency Notice 2/9/2013 2/16/2013
Massachusetts Executive Order 2/8/2013 In effect until further notice
Massachusetts Governor's Declaration of Emergency 2/8/2013 In effect until further notice

Michigan

Description Effective Expires On
Extension of Emergency Declaration Issued due to Ongoing Energy Emergency 7/12/2016 9/9/2016
Extension of State Declaration Issued for Michigan 6/13/2016 7/13/2016
State of Energy Emergency Waiver Issued Related to Transportation of Petroleum Products 5/24/2016 6/6/2016
Michigan Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for the Transportation of Propane and Heating Oil 1/10/2014 1/31/2014 or upon conclusion of the emergency
Michigan Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Due to Propane Shortage 12/20/2013 1/10/2014

Minnesota

Description Effective Expires On
Executive Order 17-02 Providing for Emergency Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating in Minnesota Transporting Forage 03/24/2017 04/08/2017
Emergency Declared due to Severe Storms Impacting State 7/6/2016 8/6/2016

Minnesota Governor Amends Executive Order to Extend Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating Within the State
NOTE: The exemption above amends Executive Order 14-04.

2/7/2014 3/8/2014
Minnesota Governor Issues Executive Order to Extend Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers Operating Within the State 2/6/2014 3/7/2014
Minnesota Executive Order Extended to Provide Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Providing Emergency Assistance 1/8/2014 2/9/2014
Minnesota Governor Extends Executive Order for Motor Carriers and Drivers Transporting Fuel Oil, Gasoline, Diesel Fuel, Ethanol and Biodiesel 1/6/2014 2/7/2014
Minnesota Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 12/9/2013 1/8/2014
Minnesota Governor Extends Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating in the State of Minnesota 11/6/2013 11/22/2013
Minnesota Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 10/23/2013 11/6/2013
Governor's Emergency Declaration Provides Relief for Transporters of Motor Fuel in Minnesota 5/23/2013 6/22/2013
Governor, Mark Dayton Declares an Emergency and Provides Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating in the State of Minnesota 4/11/2013 5/11/2013
Emergency Executive Order 14-17: Providing for Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating in the State of Minnesota for Delivery of Propane 10/24/14 11/23/14
Extending Emergency Executive Order 14-16: Extending the Period Provided for Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Opera ting in the State of Minnesota 10/31/14 11/30/14
Emergency Executive Order 14 - 16: Declaring an Emergency and Providing for Relief from Regulations to Motor Carriers and Drivers Operating in the State of Minnesota 10/4/14 11/2/14

Mississippi

Description Effective Expires On
Mississippi Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for Significant Winter Storm to Support Local Government Response and Recovery Efforts 1/28/2014 In effect until threat to public safety ceases to exist
Mississippi Governor Declares a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Karen 10/3/2013 In effect until further notice

Missouri

Description Effective Expires On
In response to severe spring storms causing massive flooding, the Missouri Department of Public Safety has issued an emergency declaration to waive certain federal regulations under the authority of 49 CFR 390.23, for carriers who participate in emergency relief efforts. 05/04/2017 06/03/2017
Emergency Declaration Issued due to Current Winter Storm 2/24/2016 3/2/2016
Governor Nixon Declares a State of Emergency in Response to Widespread Floods 12/27/2015 1/27/2016
Missouri's Department of Public Safety Issues Emergency Declaration to Provide Relief from Hours of Service for Intrastate CMV Drivers Providing Emergency Assistance 3/4/2014 3/10/2014
Missouri Emergency Declaration Extended in Response to Frigid Temperatures and High Demand for Propane 1/20/2014 1/26/2014
Missouri Emergency Declaration Extended in Response to Frigid Temperatures and High Demand for Propane 1/13/2014 1/19/2014
Emergency Declaration Issued for Missouri in Response to Frigid Temperatures and a High Demand for Propane 1/7/2014 1/13/2014
Missouri Grants IFTA and IRP Waiver in Support of Oklahoma Disaster Assistance 6/3/2013 7/1/2013
Missouri Grants IFTA and IRP Waiver in Support of Oklahoma Disaster Assistance 5/24/2013 6/14/2013

Montana

Description Effective Expires On
Governor Bullock suspends truckers hours of service due to harsh winter 12/28/2016 01/27/2017
State of Montana Issues Executive Order Proclaiming an Emergency Exists due to Wildfires 8/15/2015 9/15/2015
Montana Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 10/24/2013 11/14/2013
Emergency Declaration Issued for Montana by Governor Steve Bullock Due to Wildfires 8/19/2013 Not specified

Nebraska

Description Effective Expires On
Executive Order No. 17-06: Continuation of emergency relief for damage caused by drought in North Dakota, South Dakota, & Montana 08/02/2017 09/01/2017
Eexcutive Order No. 17-01: Emergency Relief for Damage Caused by Kansas Fires 03/13/2017 up to 04/8/2017
Nebraska Governor Issues Emergency Declaration due to Flooding 5/7/2015 6/7/2015
Nebraska Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 10/26/2013 11/24/2013
State of Nebraska Office of the Governor Lincoln Executive Order No. 17-05: Emergency Relief for Damage Caused by Drought in North Dakota & South Dakota 07/12/2017 08/09/2017

New Hampshire

Description Effective Expires On
NH Emergency Conditions as a Result of a Heavy Snow Storm 03/14/2017 03/28/2017
Declaration of Emergency Notice (Title 49 CFR 390.23), NC 02/13/2017 02/27/2017
New Hampshire Declaration 0f Emergency Notice (Title 49 CFR 390.23) Pertaining to the delivery of gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel and natural gas to business establishments. 2/6/2015 Emergency Declaration will remain in effect through March 8, 2015 at midnight.
New Hampshire Declaration 0f Emergency Notice (Title 49 CFR 390.23) (Residential and Commercial Establishments) Pertaining to the delivery of gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel and natural gas to residential and commercial establishments. 2/6/2015 Emergency Declaration will remain in effect through March 8, 2015 at midnight.
New Hampshire Declaration of Emergency pertaining to the Delivery of Propane and Natural Gas 1/26/2015 2/7/2015
New Hampshire Governor Extends Emergency Waiver 12/27/2013 1/11/2014
Emergency Declaration Issued in New Hampshire Due to Winter Storms and Propane Shortage 12/18/2013 12/31/2013

New Jersey

Description Effective Expires On
New Jersey Executive Order Declaring State of Emergency due to Winter Storm 1/26/2015 Until Further Notice
New Jersey Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Pertaining to Delivery of Rock Salt 1/8/2014 2/8/2014
New Jersey Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Pertaining to Delivery of Propane and Heating Fuel 1/8/2014 1/31/2014
New Jersey Governor Declares a State of Emergency 1/2/2014 In effect until an emergency no longer exists
New Jersey Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Due to Propane Shortage 12/23/2013 1/11/2014
Emergency Declaration Allows an Exemption to Hours-of-Service Regulations for Delivery of Heating Fuels 2/11/2013 2/18/2013

New Mexico

Description Effective Expires On
Governor Issues Executive Order To Help Ensure Supply Of Propane After Massive Snowstorm 12/28/2015 1/28/2016
Wildfires and Potential Flooding Prompt New Mexico Governor to Issue State of Emergency 6/19/2013 In effect until further notice

New York

Description Effective Expires On
Effective March 14, 2017, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo declared a state of emergency as “Winter Storm Stella” 03/14/2017 up to 04/13/2017
Disaster Declaration Issued due to Nor’easter Impacting Region 1/23/2016 2/23/2016
New York Declaration of Disaster due to Strong Winter Storm 1/26/2015 2/2/2015

CASE 27647 - In the matter of motor carrier compliance with regulations pertaining to the safe operations of commercial motor vehicles by motor carriers and drivers, pursuant to 17 NYCRR 820.0 – 820.14.

11/18/14 12/17/14

New York Extends Waiver for the Hours-of-Service Regulations for Intrastate Transportation of Gasoline and Heating Fuel

NOTE: The exemption above amends Case-27647, which expired on 1/31/2014

12/18/2013 2/11/2014 unless otherwise ordered
New York Amends Hours-of-Service Regulations for Intrastate Transportation of Gasoline and Heating Fuel 12/18/2013 1/31/2014 unless otherwise ordered
Emergency Declaration Provides Relief from Parts 390 through 399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) in the Counties of Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Westchester and Contiguous Areas 2/8/2013 For the duration of the motor carrier’s or driver's direct assistance in providing emergency relief, or up to 30 days from the date of the initial declaration.
Certain Hours-of-Service Regulations are Modified for Motor Carriers Transporting Heating Fuels 2/6/2013 2/20/2013

North Carolina

Description Effective Expired On
State of North Carolina 2017-EO13: Temporary Suspension of Motor Vehicle Regulations to Ensure Restoration of Utility Services and Transporting Essentials 07/27/2017 08/26/2017
EO No. 3 Declaration of A State Of Emergency, NC 01/06/2017 02/15/2017
EO No. 2 Declaration of A State Of Emergency, NC 01/06/2017 02/05/2017
EO No. 1 Declaration of A State Of Emergency, NC 01/06/2017 --
AMENDED AND REISSUED - EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 108: TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF MOTOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS TO ENSURE RESTORATION OF UTILITY SERVICES AND TRANSPORTING ESSENTIALS 10/3/2016 11/2/2016
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 108: TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF MOTOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS TO ENSURE RESTORATION OF UTILITY SERVICES AND TRANSPORTING ESSENTIALS 10/3/2016 11/2/2016
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 101 - TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF MOTOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FUEL SUPPLIES AND PROHIBIT EXCESSIVE PRICING 9/16/2016 10/15/2016
DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA due to Tropical Storm Hermine EO 97 9/1/2016 TBD
TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF MOTOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS EXECUTIVE ORDER 98 9/1/2016 10/1/2016
Executive Order Issued Temporarily Suspending Motor Vehicle Regulations 2/25/2016 3/25/2016
Temporary Suspension of Vehicle Regulations if Transporting Essentials during Winter Storm 1/20/2016 2/20/2016
State of Emergency Declared due to Upcoming Winter Storms 1/20/2016 2/20/2016
North Carolina Governor Declares a State of Emergency Due to Potential Impacts from Hurricane Joaquin 10/1/2015 11/1/2015
North Carolina Declaration of State of Emergency Due to Winter Storm 2/16/2015 Until Further Notice
North Carolina Temporary Suspension of Motor Vehicle Regulations to Ensure Restoration of Utility Services and Transporting Essentials Due to Winter Storm 2/16/2015 Thirty (30) days or the duration of the emergency, whichever is less.
North Carolina Executive Order pertaining to Impacts of Major Winter Storm 1/26/2015 2/26/2015, or duration of emergency, whichever is less

Executive Order No. 50 - Declaration of a State of Emergency

Limited to certain counties within the declaration as described.

4/28/2014 5/28/2014
North Carolina Governor Temporarily Suspends Motor Vehicle Regulations to Ensure Restoration of Utility Services 3/7/2014 3/22/2014 or the duration of the emergency, whichever is less
North Carolina Governor Temporarily Suspends Motor Vehicle Regulations for Restoration of Utility Services and the Transportation of Essentials 2/11/2014 3/12/2014 or the duration of the emergency, whichever is less
North Carolina Governor's Executive Order Temporarily Suspends Motor Vehicle Regulations to Ensure Adequate Fuel Supplies Throughout the State 1/15/2014 In effect for thirty days or the duration of the emergency, whichever is less

North Dakota

Description Effective Expires On
North Carolina Governor Temporarily Suspends Motor Vehicle Regulations to Ensure Restoration of Utility Services 2/5/2014 3/7/2014
North Carolina Governor Temporarily Suspends Motor Vehicle Regulations for Restoration of Utility Services and the Transportation of Essentials 1/7/2014 2/6/2014
North Dakota Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Diesel Fuel Shortage 12/10/2013 12/23/2013

Ohio 

Description Effective Expires On
Extension of State Declaration Provides Regulatory Relief for CMV's Delivering Highway Rock Salt and Snow/Ice Melting Materials in Ohio 2/14/2014 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 3/1/2014, whichever is less
Ohio Provides Regulatory Relief from HOS for CMVs Transporting Road Salt and Related Materials for Commercial Delivery to Governmental Entities 1/24/2014 1/31/2014
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Grants Regulatory Relief from Hours-of-Service Requirements for Intrastate CMV Drivers Transporting Motor Fuels, Heating Oil and Propane 1/17/2014 1/31/2014
Ohio Grants Regulatory Relief from Hours-of-Service Requirements for Intrastate CMV Drivers Transporting Motor Fuels, Heating Oil and Propane 1/6/2014 1/10/2014
PUCO Regulatory Relief Water for Fulton, Lucas and Wood Counties 8/2/14 8/9/14

Oklahoma

Description Effective Expires On
State of Oklahoma Declare that there is a State of Emergency - 05-01-2017 05/01/2017 05/30/2017
AMENDED EXECUTIVE ORDERS 2017-03 & 2017-04 - Extending Emergency Declaration and Weights & Measures Exemption :: Executive Order 2017-04 - Due to severe drought and wildfires occurring in northwest Oklahoma, it is necessary to assist and expedite all efforts of relief. 03/08/2017 05/08/2017
The Governor of the State of Oklahoma hereby declare that there is a State of Emergency continuing in the State of Oklahoma. Due to catastrophic weather occurring statewide, it is necessary to assist and expedite all efforts of storm relief. 01/12/2017 02/11/2017
The Governor of the State of Oklahoma hereby declares the winter storms, snow, freezing rain, ice, severe storms, tornadoes, straight line winds and flooding beginning January 13, 2017, and continuing, may cause extensive damage to public and private properties within the State of Oklahoma; and said damages may cause an undue hardship on the residents of this state. 01/12/2017 02/11/2017
Governor Fallin Declares State of Emergency due to Catastrophic Storms 12/28/2015 1/28/2016
EXECUTIVE ORDER 2015-01: State of Oklahoma: state of emergency existing in the State of Oklahoma due to limited propane supplies, it is necessary to assist and expedite all efforts of transportation of propane throughout Oklahoma 1/9/2015 2/3/2015

Oklahoma Governor Amends Executive Order Pertaining to Propane Delivery

NOTE: The exemption above amends Executive Order 2014-01, which expired on 2/5/2014

1/6/2014 3/2/2014
Oklahoma Governor Issues Emergency Declaration Pertaining to Propane Delivery 1/6/2014 2/5/2014

FMCSA Declares a Regional Emergency in Response to Major Tornadoes in Oklahoma 

For inquiries, please call 1-877-831-2250.

6/5/2013 In effect for the duration of the emergency or until 11:59 P.M., EST, June 20, 2013, whichever is less.
Oklahoma Emergency Declaration Prompts Executive Order for Temporary Suspension of FMCSA Requirements 5/21/2013 6/20/2013
FMCSA Declares a Regional Emergency in Response to Major Tornadoes in Oklahoma 5/21/2013 In effect for the duration of the emergency or 15 days (June 5, 2013) whichever is less.
CMV – Oversize and Overweight 2/28/2013 3/30/2013
Emergency Declaration by Governor Todd Lamb in response to severe winter storm conditions 2/25/2013 3/28/2013

Oregon

Description Effective Expires On
Oregon Governor Issues State of Emergency due to Delivery of Aircraft Fuel 8/17/2015 8/27/2015
Wildfires Prompt Oregon Governor to Issue Emergency Declaration in Josephine County 7/25/2013 12/31/2013
Emergency Relief from Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Due to Oregon Wildfires 7/25/2013, 5:17 p.m., PST 8/25/2013, 11:59 p.m., PST
Emergency Relief from Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 7/17/14 8/16/14
Suspension of Motor Carrier Regulations for Eclipse 08/14/2017 08/24/2017

Pennsylvania

Description Effective Expires On
Governor Wolf Announces Emergency Proclamation, Travel Restrictions Ahead of Winter Storm 03/13/2017 03/20/2017
Hours of Service Emergency Waiver Issued 11/26/2016 2/6/2016
Pennsylvania Issues Exemption Regarding Transportation of Propane Gas and Oil 2/16/2015 3/28/2015
Pennsylvania Proclamation of Disaster Emergency due to Dangerous Winter Weather 1/26/2015 Until Further Notice
Pennsylvania Issues Exemption to Comply with Driver Hour of Service Limitations 2/14/2014 2/18/2014
Pennsylvania Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for the Transportation of Essential Supplies   2/3/2014 3/2/2014
Pennsylvania Issues Exemption for the Transportation of Salt for Roadway Surface Treatment Purposes 2/3/2014 3/2/2014

Pennsylvania Extends Waiver for the Transportation of Propane Gas and Heating Oil

NOTE: The exemption above amends Exemption 2014-01, which expired on 1/25/2014

1/26/2014 2/11/2014
Pennsylvania Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for the Transportation of Propane and Heating Oil 1/9/2014 1/25/2014

Rhode Island

Description Effective Expires On
Rhode Island Issues Gubernatorial Proclamation Regarding Deliveries of Residential Home Heating Oil and Propane Gas 2/24/2015 3/7/2015
State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations Gubernatorial Proclamation State of Emergency 2/13/2015 2/25/2015
Rhode Island Declaration of Disaster Emergency pertaining to Severe Winter Weather 1/26/2015 Until Emergency No Longer Exists
Rhode Island Governor Issues Proclamation for Commercial Carriers of Heating Oil and Propane Gas 1/3/2014 1/5/2014
Declaration of Disaster Emergency by Governor Lincoln Chafee 2/8/2013 2/13/2013 
(for transportation of home heating fuel, propane, and liquid natural gas).

South Carolina

Description Effective Expires On
EO No. 1 Declaration of A State Of Emergency, SC 01/06/2017 01/08/2017
Executive Order Number 2016-26 Waiving Weight and HOS Limitations During State of Emergency 10/4/2016 TBD
Executive Order Issued due to Temporary Shutdown of Fuel Pipeline 9/14/2016 9/21/2016
State of Declaration of Emergency Issued due to Winter Storm 1/21/2016 2/21/2016
Extension of South Carolina Declaration of Emergency granted due to Ongoing Existence of Emergency 10/30/2015 11/29/2015
South Carolina Declares State of Emergency due to Effects of Strengthening Hurricane 10/1/2015 11/1/2015
President Obama Signs South Carolina Emergency Declaration 2/12/2014 Unknown
South Carolina Governor Issues Executive Order to Waive Truck Restrictions 2/11/2014 Unknown
South Carolina Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for Severe Winter Weather Impact 2/11/2014 Unknown
Governor Issues Emergency Declaration to Ensure Uninterrupted Supply of Residual Oils for Industrial Use 1/23/2014 2/21/2014

South Dakota

Description Effective Expires On
South Dakota Governor Issues Emergency Declaration for the Transportation of Propane and Heating Oil 1/8/2014 2/8/2014 or upon conclusion of the emergency
South Dakota Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane and Heating Fuel Shortages 12/13/2013 12/31/2013
South Dakota Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Low Inventories and Outages of Propane 10/23/2013 11/30/2013

Governor Declares Extremely low inventories of propane, diesel, and gasoline Emergency Exemption Executive Order 2014-13

11/13/14 12/13/2014

Tennessee

Description Effective Expires On
ORDER DECLARING A STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENSURING THE UNINTERRUPTED SUPPLY OF FUEL 9/16/2016 9/23/2016
State of Emergency Declared to Ensure Uninterrupted Delivery of Food Supplies 1/21/2016 1/27/2016
Tennessee Governor Issues Emergency Declaration to Ensure the Uninterrupted Delivery of Feed and Chickens to the Poultry Industry (PDF) 2/19/2014 3/20/2014
Tennessee Governor Declares a State of Emergency to Ensure Uninterrupted Delivery of Home Heating Fuels (PDF) 1/21/2014 2/21/2014

Texas

Description Effective Expires On
Disaster Proclamation Issued For Texas Flooding 6/1/2016 7/1/2016
Declaration of Emergency Notice Issued Due to Severe Weather Conditions in Texas 5/24/2015 5/28/2015
Texas Declares State of Emergency due to Delivery of Propane and Home Heating Oils to Storage Facilities and Homes 3/4/2015 Duration of Emergency, or 3/8/2015, Whichever is Less
Colonel Steven C. McCraw, Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety, has declared a local emergency for motor carriers in Texas providing direct assistance to the delivery of propane and home heating oils to storage facilities and homes in the State of Texas 1/8/2015 1/12/2015
Governor Perry Renews Proclamation Declaring Liquefied Petroleum Gas Emergency 2/4/2014 2/18/2014
State of Texas Waives Texas Licensing, Permitting, and Certification Requirements for Liquefied Petroleum Gas Trucks and Operators 1/22/2014 2/5/2014

Vermont

Description Effective Expires On
Vermont Issues Declaration of Emergency due to Delivery of Home Heating Fuels (Title 49 CFR 390.23) 2/19/2015 3/7/2015 at Midnight
Vermont Declaration of Emergency Pertaining to Delivery of Home Heating Fuels 2/4/2015 2/19/2015
Vermont Extends Emergency Declaration for Bulk Transport of Propane 1/13/2014 1/21/2014
Vermont Expands Emergency Declaration Pertaining to Delivery of Propane to Distributors, Homes and Businesses 12/20/2013 1/13/2014

Virginia

Description Effective Expires On
Governor McAuliffe Declares State of Emergency in Response to Pending Winter Storm 03/13/2017 TBD
EO No. 62 - 2017 - Declaration of A State Of Emergency, VA 01/06/2017 03/03/2017
Governor McAuliffe signs emergency order ahead of Matthew 10/6/2016 11/6/2016
DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DUE TO HURRICANE HERMIN 9/2/2016 11/30/2016
State of Emergency Declared due to Severe Winter Storm Event 1/21/2016 3/1/2016
Commonwealth of Virginia Declares a State of Emergency Due to Severe Weather and the Threat of Hurricane Joaquin 9/29/2015 10/29/2015
Virginia Issues Limited Exemption of Hours of Service for Carriers Transporting Essential Relief Supplies 2/11/2014 3/1/2014
Virginia Governor Issues Emergency Declaration in Support of Emergency Relief Supplies Due to Severe Winter Weather 1/30/2014 3/1/2014
Virginia Waives Registration and License Requirements for Carriers Transporting Emergency Relief Supplies 1/30/2014 1/30/2014
Declaration of Disaster Emergency by Governor Bob McDonnell 3/6/2013 Until further notice

Washington

Description Effective Expires on
Washington Governor Declares State of Emergency due to Severe Storms 11/18/2015 12/18/2015
Washington Governor Proclaims a State of Emergency Exists in All Counties 8/21/2015 9/20/2015
Washington Governor Issues Emergency Proclamation due to Wildfire Threat 6/26/2015 7/26/2015

West Virginia

Description Effective Expires On
State of Waiver Approved for Transportation and Delivery of Propane 1/21/2016 2/21/2016
West Virginia Governor Issues State of Emergency Due to Contaminated Water Supply 1/9/2014 Unknown

Wisconsin

Description Effective Expires On
Wisconsin Emergency Declaration Extended due to Ongoing Energy Emergency 7/7/2016 9/9/2016
State of Emergency Issued in Response to Flooding 7/12/2016 8/12/2016
Wisconsin Issues Extension of State Declaration Notice 6/7/2016 7/7/2016
Emergency Declaration Issued due to an Energy Emergency 5/6/2016 6/6/2016
EXECUTIVE ORDER #148: Wisconsin Declaration of an Energy Emergency Due to Intermittent Propane Pipeline Supplies - Relating to the Declaration of an Energy Emergency Due to Intermittent Propane Pipeline Supplies 1/9/2015 1/26/2015
Governor Walker again extends hours for gas and diesel truck drivers 10/31/14 12/1/14
Wisconsin Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Extreme Cold Temperatures and Propane Shortage 12/24/2013 1/22/2014
Wisconsin Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 10/25/2013 11/7/2013

Wyoming

Description Effective Expires On
Wyoming Governor Issues Executive Order Due to Propane Shortage 12/6/2013 12/16/2013

Contact Information

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established a toll free hotline at 1-877-831-2250 for anyone seeking inquiries pertaining to FMCSA Regulations during a declared disaster.