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Agricultural Transport Changes: New Rules for Food and Livestock Haulers

This act modifies rules for truck drivers transporting agricultural products and livestock. The goal is to streamline the movement of these goods, potentially impacting food availability and prices. Changes include a broader definition of agricultural commodities and revised distance exemptions for driver hours of service.
Key points
Drivers transporting agricultural products and livestock will have modified hours of service rules, potentially speeding up deliveries.
The definition of agricultural commodity is expanded to include a wider range of goods, such as animals, milk, eggs, honey, as well as animal feed and some minimally processed fruits and vegetables.
Exemptions for driver hours of service will apply within a 150 air-mile radius from the source or destination of the goods, regardless of season or state.
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Print number: 117_S_792
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HAULS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_792.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Drivers transporting agricultural products and livestock will have modified hours of service rules, potentially speeding up deliveries.
  • The definition of agricultural commodity is expanded to include a wider range of goods, such as animals, milk, eggs, honey, as well as animal feed and some minimally processed fruits and vegetables.
  • Exemptions for driver hours of service will apply within a 150 air-mile radius from the source or destination of the goods, regardless of season or state.
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 Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Transport Agriculture