FMCSA Extends And Amends National Emergency Declaration

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended and amended the Emergency Declaration originally set to expire on August 31, 2021. The September 1, 2021 extension of the declaration and modifications thereto are in effect through November 30, 2021.

The declaration provides relief to Part 395.3 "Maximum Driving Time for Property-Carrying Vehicles" of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations that are providing direct assistance in support of relief efforts related to COVID-19 outbreaks, including the transportation of:

• Medical supplies and equipment related to the testing, diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19;