SB266 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Steve LivingstonSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Commercial motor vehicles in intrastate transportation, allowable variances for hours of service limitations according to federal rule or law, records requested

Summary

Alabama would adopt intrastate hours-of-service variances for commercial drivers, aligning with FMCSA options and setting specific driving and on-duty limits.

What This Bill Does

The bill specifies intrastate commercial drivers can drive up to 12 hours, and may not drive after being on duty for more than 16 hours; it also limits on-duty time to 70 hours in seven consecutive days or 80 hours in eight consecutive days. These limits apply unless a federal rule or law prohibits them. The act would take effect on the first day of the third month after it passes and the governor signs it.

Who It Affects

• Intrastate commercial motor vehicle drivers in Alabama, who would face these drive and on-duty limits.
• Trucking companies, fleets, and motor carriers operating intrastate in Alabama, who would need to monitor and manage drivers' hours to stay compliant.

Key Provisions

• Intrastate drivers may drive up to 12 hours, but may not drive after being on duty for more than 16 hours.
• Driving is prohibited once a driver has accumulated 70 on-duty hours in seven consecutive days or 80 on-duty hours in eight consecutive days.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Commercial Motor Vehicles