Interactive Decision Tool

FMCSA Hours of Service
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Answer simple questions to determine which HOS rules apply to your driver, what logging requirements are in effect, and what steps are needed to switch between rulesets — with full regulatory citations.

⚠ This tool is for informational guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult your compliance officer or a transportation attorney for specific situations.
📋 Quick Reference — HOS Limits at a Glance
Ruleset Drive Limit On-Duty Window Off-Duty Reset Weekly Limit 30-Min Break ELD Required
Federal — Standard (Property) 11 hrs 14 consecutive hrs 10 consecutive hrs 60/70 hrs in 7/8 days Yes (after 8 hrs driving) Yes
Short-Haul 150-mi Exemption 11 hrs 14 consecutive hrs 10 consecutive hrs 60/70 hrs (still applies) No (waived) No (timecard only)
16-Hr Short-Haul Exception 11 hrs 16 consecutive hrs (1×/week) 10 consecutive hrs 60/70 hrs (still applies) Yes (required) Yes
Texas Intrastate 12 hrs 15 consecutive hrs 8 consecutive hrs 70 hrs in 7 days No (not required) Yes (same exemptions)
Agricultural Exemption (within 150 mi) No limit No limit Not tracked within radius Not tracked within radius No (waived) No (within radius)
Passenger-Carrying 10 hrs 15 hr on-duty limit 8 consecutive hrs 60/70 hrs in 7/8 days No (not required) Yes