The following was released by Louisiana State Police:
In anticipation of severe winter weather conditions, Louisiana State Police has issued a temporary emergency exemption to specific federal motor carrier safety regulations. Declaration of this emergency provides relief from Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 395.3 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for motor carriers in Louisiana, providing direct assistance to the disaster relief in the State of Louisiana. This disaster relief includes, but is not limited to, power grid repairs and delivery of groceries, fuel, propane, and other essential products.
The emergency declaration will take effect at 12:01 a.m., January 20, 2025, and will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m., February 2, 2025…