CONCORD, NH – New Hampshire Department of Safety Commissioner Robert L. Quinn on Dec. 12 signed an emergency declaration temporarily lifting restrictions on hours of service for motor carriers that deliver propane and oil as heating sources for homes and businesses in the state.
“The National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures well below freezing early next week,” said Commissioner Robert L. Quinn. “The delivery of supplies that keep all Granite Staters safe and warm is paramount. This emergency declaration permits drivers to work additional hours over the next few weeks to meet the needs of our residents and visitors.”
The emergency declaration temporarily allows certain commercial drivers to work extended hours if they’re able and asked to do so.
Motor carriers who choose to operate under the exemption cannot require or allow a fatigued or ill driver to get behind-the-wheel. Drivers for carriers that choose to operate under the emergency declaration must have a printed copy of the declaration in their possession.
Other regulations specific to the use of controlled substances and alcohol, and size and weight requirements, remain in effect until the declaration expires at midnight Jan. 4, 2026.