Hours Reform Proposal Heads To White House for Review
The Department of Transportation quietly sent its proposal for hours-of-service reforms to the White House on Dec. 3, where it awaits review by the Office of Management and Budget.
The proposed changes, said an informed industry source, would include the generally expected 14-10 schedule: 14 hours on-duty — with no distinction between driving and other work, such as loading and unloading — and 10 hours off. It is based on a 24-hour clock, with a two-hour break during each on-duty shift.
It is an incremental development in a process that has lasted many years and generated much controversy among regulators, lawmakers, safety groups and industry representatives.
DOT reportedly has asked OMB for expedited consideration, which means the proposal could be out for comment this winter.
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