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Changes to regulations for drivers transporting food and horticultural products.

New rules aim to ease the transport of agricultural, horticultural, and floricultural goods. Truck drivers carrying these products will have more flexibility in break scheduling and trip completion, potentially leading to faster deliveries of fresh goods to stores and markets.
Key points
Loading and unloading time for trucks will not count towards a driver's on-duty time.
Drivers will not be required to take a 30-minute rest break within the first 8 hours of service; they can take breaks at any time.
Drivers can complete a scheduled trip even if they exceed on-duty driving limits, provided they are within 150 miles of their delivery point.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_358
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2021-01-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FRESH Trucking Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_358.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Loading and unloading time for trucks will not count towards a driver's on-duty time.
  • Drivers will not be required to take a 30-minute rest break within the first 8 hours of service; they can take breaks at any time.
  • Drivers can complete a scheduled trip even if they exceed on-duty driving limits, provided they are within 150 miles of their delivery point.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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