FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 27, 2025

Contact: Josie Harms

Gov. Rhoden Signs Hours of Service Waiver to Bring Relief for Fuel Supplies During Harvest

PIERRE, S.D. – Today, Governor Larry Rhoden signed Executive Order 2025-09 granting an hours-of-service waiver for propane and other liquid products being transported through South Dakota associated with the ongoing harvest.   

The 14-day order exempts delivery of gasoline or gasoline blends, diesel, fuel oil, ethanol, propane, jet fuel, and biodiesel from federal motor carrier regulations regarding drivers’ hours of service. The waiver will address supply shortages being reported in the state by residents and businesses. 

Although hours of service have been temporarily suspended for commercial deliveries, companies may not require or allow fatigued drivers to make deliveries. All other road safety and vehicle compliance regulations still apply. 

The executive order expires at midnight on November 10th, 2025. 

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