Federal Register #2026-12312

FMCSA Requests Comments on APA HOS Exemption Extension for North Star Fireworks LLC

FMCSA is seeking public input on a regulatory exemption request: - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) - OEMs and Vendors: - American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) - North Star Fireworks LLC - Products/Services Requested: - Regulatory exemption from hours-of-service (HOS) rules for North Star Fireworks LLC - Relief from the 14-hour rule and electronic logging device (ELD) requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Exemption applies only during Independence Day periods - North Star Fireworks LLC would be subject to the same terms and conditions as other APA member companies - No physical products, equipment, or part numbers are involved; this is a regulatory action - APA has maintained similar exemptions for its members since 2005, covering 43 companies currently

Description

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requests public comment on the American Pyrotechnics Association's (APA) application to extend its current exemptions from the Agency's hours-of-service (HOS) regulations to include one new member, North Star Fireworks LLC. The APA represents the domestic fireworks industry and has held waivers or exemptions during Independence Day periods since 2005. The exemptions allow certain member companies relief from the 14-hour rule and the electronic logging device rule during Independence Day celebrations. FMCSA will review the application, safety analyses, and public comments before deciding to grant or deny the exemption.

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