Federal Register #FMCSA-2026-1520

FMCSA Requests Public Comment on Precision Fireworks LLC's Hours of Service Exemption Application

FMCSA is seeking public comments on an exemption application from Precision Fireworks LLC regarding Hours of Service (HOS) regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers. - Government Buyer: - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors: - Precision Fireworks LLC (fireworks display company) - Products/Services Requested: - Exemption from HOS regulations for drivers transporting hazardous fireworks materials - Applies to approximately 5 drivers and 5 commercial motor vehicles - Hazardous materials transported: Division 1.1G, 1.3G, and 1.4G fireworks - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Exemption would allow drivers to exclude off-duty and sleeper-berth time from the 14-hour driving limit during the Independence Day display period - Applies annually for five years during the specified display period - Drivers must hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with hazardous materials endorsement - Safety record and operational constraints are emphasized - Operations limited to Texas, New Mexico, and Missouri - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are mentioned - No additional OEMs or vendors identified

Description

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is requesting public comments on an exemption application submitted by Precision Fireworks LLC. The exemption seeks relief from the Hours of Service (HOS) regulation that prohibits commercial motor vehicle drivers from driving after the 14th hour after coming on duty. Precision Fireworks LLC, a fireworks display company, requests to exclude off-duty and sleeper-berth time from the 14-hour calculation during the Independence Day display period from June 28 to July 8 for five years. The exemption would apply to approximately 5 drivers and aims to address economic hardship and public safety risks related to driver availability and hazardous materials transport. FMCSA will review the application, safety analyses, and public comments before deciding to grant or deny the exemption.

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