Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz extends emergency fuel and hauling relief
The gist
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed an order extending emergency fuel and hauling relief through Nov. 29.
The relief targets farmers, loggers and truckers during the fall harvest.
How it unfolded
- Oct 1, 2026An original emergency order took effect, providing temporary hours-of-service relief for motor carriers and drivers transporting fuel products.
- Oct 30, 2026Gov. Tim Walz signed Executive Order 26-12 extending emergency relief for farmers, loggers, truckers and fuel haulers as the fall harvest continued.
- Oct 30, 2026The order took effect immediately and remains in place until rescinded or Nov. 29, whichever comes first.