Resolution

WHEREAS the full enforcement of a federal electronic logging device (ELD) mandate on January 1, 2023; 

WHEREAS the distances that Saskatchewan cattle must travel to reach markets often requires the truck driver to balance the Hour of Service regulatory requirements with the safety and humane treatment of their cargo;

WHEREAS the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has recognized the negative impact that strict enforcement of ELDs can have on animal health by offering a livestock exemption in the (DOT) mandate that took effect in 2019;

BE IT RESOLVED that APAS strongly advocate for a livestock exemption from the federal Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate that is set to take effect on January 1, 2023.