Last updated 2026-08-18
TL;DR
Colorado livestock haulers operating commercially must maintain active USDOT authority, a valid Motor Carrier of Property permit through CDOT, and USDA certificates if crossing state lines with animals. Renewals are annual or biennial depending on the credential. State registration fees start around $90 for base apportioned plates. Confirm current fees with CDOT and FMCSA before filing, as rates change.
Do you need a license to haul livestock in Colorado?
Yes, and actually several overlapping credentials. Colorado does not issue a single "livestock hauler license" as a standalone document. Instead, you carry a stack of authorizations that together make you legal.
First, federal motor carrier authority. If you haul livestock for hire across state lines, or even within Colorado but as a for-hire carrier, you need active USDOT number registration and, for for-hire interstate movement, MC authority from FMCSA. The FMCSA Operating Authority page covers the MC number process [1]. Purely private carriers (moving your own animals in your own truck) need a USDOT number if the vehicle exceeds 10,001 lbs GVWR and crosses state lines, but do not need MC authority [1].
Second, Colorado intrastate authority. CDOT's Division of Transportation Development administers the Colorado Intrastate Authority permit for carriers operating entirely within Colorado state lines. If your hauls never cross into Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, or Utah, this is your registration path rather than full federal MC authority.
Third, apportioned plates under the International Registration Plan (IRP). Any truck running interstate must be registered under IRP. Colorado's IRP is administered through CDOT Motor Carrier Services. Base-state registration fees are calculated on fleet mileage apportioned across member jurisdictions [2].
Fourth, USDA veterinary documentation. This is not a "license" but it is a condition of legal movement. The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) requires a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) for interstate livestock movement, and Colorado's own State Veterinarian's office enforces entry and exit rules for cattle, swine, sheep, and horses [3]. You don't renew a CVI yourself; the attending vet issues one per shipment. But you do need to know the Colorado Department of Agriculture brand inspection requirements, which are a separate, ongoing compliance layer.
Finally, International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) decals. Interstate carriers register for IFTA through CDOT and renew annually each December for the following year [2]. IFTA decals are not optional if you cross state lines in a qualifying vehicle.
So the honest answer is: yes, multiple licenses, some federal and some state, and they renew on different schedules.
What credentials actually need renewing, and on what schedule?
Each credential has its own clock. Missing one renewal does not automatically kill the others, but operating with a lapsed credential can pull your operating authority entirely or trigger fines.
USDOT biennial update. Every registered motor carrier must update their USDOT number information every two years, even if nothing has changed. FMCSA calls this the biennial update, and failure to complete it puts your registration into "inactive" status. The update is free and done through the FMCSA registration portal [1].
MC authority (for-hire carriers). Once granted, MC authority does not have a fixed renewal date, but you must maintain continuous and sufficient insurance on file with FMCSA. If your liability or cargo insurance lapses and the carrier cancels the filing, FMCSA can revoke your operating authority within 35 days. Livestock haulers for hire need at least $750,000 in public liability coverage under 49 CFR Part 387 [4].
IRP registration (Colorado apportioned plates). Renews annually. Colorado's IRP registration year runs from March 1 through the last day of February [2]. CDOT sends renewal notices, but the obligation to renew on time is yours. Late renewals require a 10% penalty on unpaid fees.
IFTA license and decals. Renew annually by December 31 for the following calendar year [2]. Quarterly fuel use reports are also due throughout the year (April 30, July 31, October 31, January 31). Those are not renewals, but missing them generates penalties that compound.
Colorado intrastate authority. Check directly with CDOT Motor Carrier Services for the current renewal period; it has historically been annual but confirm the cycle has not changed.
Brand inspection certificates (Colorado Department of Agriculture). These are per-transaction, not annual renewals, but Colorado law requires a brand inspection before cattle move out of state or change ownership within the state [5]. As a hauler you need to ensure the shipper has obtained this before you load.
| Credential | Renewing agency | Renewal period | Fee range |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDOT number update | FMCSA | Every 2 years | Free |
| MC operating authority (insurance) | FMCSA | Continuous (no fixed date) | Insurance cost varies |
| IRP apportioned plates | CDOT Motor Carrier Services | Annual (March 1 cycle) | Mileage-based, confirm with CDOT |
| IFTA license and decals | CDOT Motor Carrier Services | Annual (Dec 31 deadline) | $10 decal set per vehicle [2] |
| Colorado intrastate authority | CDOT | Annual (confirm current cycle) | Confirm with CDOT |
| CVI per shipment | USDA/APHIS and state vet | Per movement | Vet fee, not a state fee |
How much does livestock hauler renewal cost in Colorado?
This is where people get frustrated, because there is no single renewal fee. You pay several agencies, on separate schedules, in separate amounts.
IRP apportioned registration is the biggest variable. Colorado calculates IRP fees based on your registered gross vehicle weight and the proportion of miles you drive in each member jurisdiction. CDOT's current fee schedule is published on the Motor Carrier Services site [2]. For a single 80,000 lb Class 8 truck operating primarily in Colorado with some Wyoming and Nebraska miles, total IRP fees commonly run between $1,800 and $2,800 per year, but that figure depends entirely on your weight and mileage breakdown. Confirm the exact calculation with CDOT before budgeting.
IFTA decals cost $10 per set (two decals per vehicle) in Colorado as of the most recent published schedule [2]. That is one of the lowest fixed costs in the renewal stack.
USDOT biennial update is free [1].
FMCSA operating authority itself does not have an annual renewal fee once granted, but the underlying insurance filings do. A livestock hauler for hire needs a minimum $750,000 in primary liability coverage under 49 CFR 387.9 [4]. Actual insurance premiums vary by safety record, fleet size, and type of livestock. Nobody has reliable published averages specific to Colorado livestock haulers; the closest industry reference is FMCSA's own insurance filing data, which shows most small for-hire carriers pay annual premiums well into five figures.
Colorado intrastate authority fees: confirm current amounts directly with CDOT Motor Carrier Services, as these are not consistently published in a stable location.
Brand inspection fees (Colorado Department of Agriculture) are charged per head inspected, not per year. Current fee tables are on the Colorado Department of Agriculture site [5]. These are the shipper's cost, not the hauler's, but they affect your ability to legally move cattle.
The honest bottom line: budget $2,000 to $4,000 per truck per year in state and federal registration and compliance fees alone, before insurance premiums. That range is approximate and mileage-dependent. Verify every line item with the issuing agency.
How long does livestock hauler renewal take in Colorado?
Processing time depends heavily on which credential you're renewing and whether you file on time or scrambling late.
IRP renewal through CDOT. If you file online and pay electronically, CDOT typically processes IRP renewals within 5 to 10 business days for a credential cab card. Temporary operating authority (a temporary registration receipt) is usually available immediately on payment, letting you stay legal while the permanent cab card processes. Confirm current processing windows with CDOT Motor Carrier Services, as seasonal volume affects wait times.
IFTA license renewal. Online renewal through myDMV Colorado or CDOT's motor carrier portal typically processes same-day or within one business day for returning carriers in good standing [2]. IFTA decals are mailed, so allow 7 to 14 days for physical receipt.
USDOT biennial update. The online update through FMCSA's registration system typically processes within minutes and confirmation is immediate [1]. There is no waiting period for this one as long as your information is correct.
FMCSA insurance filings. When your insurance carrier files a new Form BMC-91 or BMC-91X (liability) or BMC-34 (cargo) with FMCSA, it usually appears in the FMCSA system within 3 to 5 business days. The risk is the gap period. If your old policy cancels before the new one is on file, FMCSA may initiate an authority revocation notice. Give yourself at least 30 days of overlap when switching carriers.
The biggest time risk in this whole stack is not the agencies, it is you waiting too long to start. IRP renewals that arrive after the March 1 Colorado deadline trigger a 10% penalty. IFTA late filings after January 31 generate a $50 penalty plus interest on any underpayment [2]. Start your renewal checklist at least 60 days before any deadline.
What forms do you actually file for Colorado livestock hauler renewal?
Each renewal has its own paper (or online equivalent).
For IRP renewal, Colorado uses the IRP Schedule A/B (fleet and vehicle information) filed through CDOT Motor Carrier Services. Most carriers renew through the online portal. CDOT mails renewal notices to your address on file, but if your address changed and you didn't update it, you will not receive the notice and the deadline still applies.
For IFTA, you file the IFTA License Application (Colorado form DR 0400) for new registrations, and renewals process through the same CDOT motor carrier portal. Quarterly fuel reports use form DR 0122 or the online equivalent [2].
For USDOT biennial update, you file through FMCSA's Unified Registration System (URS) online at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov [1]. No paper form is required.
For insurance, your insurance company files the BMC-91 (primary liability) directly with FMCSA. You do not file this yourself, but you need to confirm your broker or carrier has done it and verify it appears in FMCSA's SAFER system before your old policy lapses.
For USDA APHIS purposes, the health and movement certificates are issued by accredited veterinarians. As the hauler, you carry copies during transport. You do not file renewals for these, but you need to understand Colorado's entry and exit requirements for each species you move [3].
One thing many new Colorado livestock haulers miss: if you add a vehicle to your fleet mid-year, you need to amend your IRP cab card for that vehicle before it rolls. Running a truck not listed on your cab card is a violation regardless of whether your other trucks are properly registered.
Does Colorado require anything specific for intrastate livestock haulers?
Colorado draws a meaningful line between interstate and intrastate operations, and it matters for which federal rules apply to you.
If you operate entirely within Colorado, federal FMCSA safety regulations still apply to commercial motor vehicles over 10,001 lbs GVWR. Colorado has adopted the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations by reference under Colorado statutes, so intrastate carriers are not exempt from hours-of-service rules, driver qualification files, or vehicle inspection requirements just because they never leave the state.
However, there is a livestock exemption to federal hours-of-service regulations. The FMCSA livestock and insects exemption allows drivers transporting livestock to use the short-haul exemption provisions under certain conditions, and it also exempts livestock haulers from some HOS requirements when transporting livestock if the driver has been on duty 10 hours and is within 150 air-miles of the source of the livestock. The regulatory language is in 49 CFR 395.1(k) [6]. This exemption applies to both interstate and Colorado intrastate operations covered by federal rules.
Colorado brand inspection is an intrastate requirement enforced by the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Colorado is a brand-inspection state, meaning cattle, horses, and certain other livestock must be brand-inspected before they can be moved out of the state or change ownership within it [5]. As a hauler you don't obtain the brand inspection yourself, but you are responsible for having the brand inspection certificate in the cab during transport. Getting stopped without it means the load stops too.
Small agricultural haulers using farm-plated vehicles under 26,001 lbs GVWR and operating within 150 miles of the farm may have narrower federal requirements, but Colorado state rules still apply. Confirm your specific vehicle and operation classification with CDOT and FMCSA before assuming an exemption applies.
What happens if your Colorado livestock hauler authority lapses?
The consequences stack up fast.
A lapsed IRP registration means every truck in your fleet without a valid cab card is technically unregistered. At a port of entry or roadside inspection, that triggers an out-of-service order for the vehicle, more than a fine. The load does not move until the vehicle is legal. For livestock, a stationary truck with animals on board in Colorado summer heat is an animal welfare problem on top of a compliance problem.
A lapsed IFTA account puts you in penalty status. You still owe fuel taxes for miles driven, plus a $50 per-return penalty and interest at the rate Colorado sets for underpayments [2]. CDOT can also cancel your IFTA license, requiring a full re-application.
A lapsed insurance filing with FMCSA triggers a revocation notice. FMCSA issues a 35-day warning period before actually revoking MC authority under 49 CFR Part 386. If authority is revoked and you continue to operate for hire, FMCSA can assess civil penalties of up to $16,000 per violation per day [4]. That is not a misprint.
A missed USDOT biennial update results in "inactive" status in the FMCSA system. Technically you cannot operate as a carrier in inactive status, and shippers who run carrier lookups will see the inactive flag. Reactivating requires completing the overdue update.
The practical lesson: set calendar reminders 60 days before every renewal deadline. The 10-day scramble at the end of February for IRP or the end of December for IFTA is avoidable with a basic reminder system.
How does Colorado's livestock hauler renewal compare to neighboring states?
Colorado sits at the center of a web of cattle-producing states, and your truck almost certainly crosses into at least one neighbor. It helps to know how renewal structures differ.
Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, and New Mexico are all IRP and IFTA members, so the core registration structure is the same: one base-state IRP registration covers all member jurisdictions proportionally. The difference is in state-specific add-ons.
Wyoming has no state income tax and somewhat lower fuel tax rates, which reduces the quarterly IFTA settlement amounts for trucks running heavy Wyoming miles. Nebraska requires a separate Intrastate Trucking Permit if you do point-to-point intrastate Nebraska hauls regularly. Kansas has its own highway use tax (the Kansas Weight-Distance tax) for trucks over 26,000 lbs, filed quarterly, which is separate from IFTA.
Colorado's IRP fees are mileage-weighted like all IRP states, and the Colorado fuel tax (currently 22 cents per gallon for diesel as published by CDOT) factors into your quarterly IFTA calculations [2]. Colorado does not have a separate weight-distance tax the way Kansas does, which simplifies quarterly filing for trucks running primarily Colorado miles.
For USDA and brand inspection requirements, every western state has its own rules. Colorado's brand inspection is managed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture Brand Board [5]. Wyoming has its own brand commission. Kansas and Nebraska are not brand-inspection states in the same mandatory sense. If you're hauling cattle from Colorado to Texas, both state veterinarian requirements and the receiving state's entry requirements apply at the border.
See how neighboring states handle their own renewal stacks: livestock hauler renewal in Wyoming is not yet published, but you can compare processes for states like Alabama, Idaho, and California to get a sense of how state-specific layers vary.
What insurance does a Colorado livestock hauler need to maintain?
Insurance is the one renewal failure that can revoke your operating authority without you even missing a filing deadline. Your insurer does the filing; you need to confirm it happened.
For interstate for-hire carriers, 49 CFR Part 387.9 sets the minimum primary liability at $750,000 for carriers transporting non-hazardous property, which covers most livestock movements [4]. Some shippers require $1,000,000 or more as a contract condition, so the regulatory floor is just the floor.
Cargo insurance for livestock is a separate question. There is no federal minimum cargo coverage requirement for livestock haulers the way there is for household goods movers. However, the value of a truckload of cattle, hogs, or horses can run from $80,000 to well over $200,000 depending on market conditions and species. Operating without cargo coverage is a real financial risk, more than a compliance gap.
Colorado does not add a state-level insurance filing requirement on top of the federal BMC-91 for interstate carriers. For intrastate carriers, insurance requirements mirror the federal minimums under Colorado's adoption of the FMCSR.
If you're assembling your compliance package for the first time or running down what documents you need in one place, StockHaulPath's USDA/DOT + COI Kit at /start covers the federal credential checklist and certificate of insurance requirements for new and renewing haulers.
One practical note: livestock carriers are a specialty insurance class and not all commercial trucking insurers write them. Budget time to find a specialist broker, more than any commercial auto insurer. The FMCSA SAFER system will show your insurance status in real time once your carrier files the BMC-91 [1].
What USDA requirements apply to Colorado livestock haulers crossing state lines?
USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service sets the federal framework for interstate livestock movement, and Colorado's State Veterinarian's office enforces entry requirements for animals coming into Colorado.
The core document is the Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI), sometimes called a health certificate. For most interstate cattle, horse, and swine movements, an accredited veterinarian must examine the animals and issue a CVI within a specified period before movement (often 30 days, but species and destination state rules vary). As APHIS states in its VS Memo guidance, "the CVI must accompany the animal shipment and be available for inspection by any authorized person" [3].
For cattle entering Colorado specifically, the Colorado Department of Agriculture requires: a brand inspection certificate, a CVI, and for cattle from certain states, a bangs (brucellosis) test record or official vaccination documentation [5]. Requirements differ by species. Horses, swine, sheep, and goats each have their own entry requirements.
As the hauler, your job is to carry the paperwork, not to generate it. But if you load a shipment without confirming the documents are present and correct, and you get stopped at a port of entry or by a USDA inspector, you are part of the problem even if the vet or shipper made the original error. Check before you leave the yard.
AQUAINT yourself with APHIS's online resources for accredited veterinarians and state entry requirements. The APHIS National Veterinary Accreditation Program page is the right starting point for understanding what accredited vet certification looks like [3].
Step-by-step renewal checklist for Colorado livestock haulers
Here is the sequence that keeps you legal through a full annual cycle.
60 days before IRP expiration (late December for March 1 renewal): Pull your current cab card and confirm vehicle list is accurate. Order any updated weight stickers or vehicle documentation needed. Start the CDOT online IRP renewal. Verify your fleet mileage records are complete for the prior year, because IRP renewal requires a mileage summary by jurisdiction.
60 days before December 31 IFTA deadline: Confirm all quarterly fuel reports for the year are filed and any balance due is paid. File the IFTA license renewal through CDOT's motor carrier portal. Order new decals for each truck.
Every 2 years (USDOT biennial update): Log into FMCSA's URS system at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and complete the biennial update. This takes about 15 minutes if your information is current [1]. Set a calendar reminder for the month your update is due (FMCSA notifies by email to the address on file).
30 days before insurance renewal: Confirm with your broker the renewal date and that the new BMC-91 will be filed before the old policy lapses. Log into FMCSA SAFER after the filing date to confirm the insurance appears as active.
Before every interstate livestock haul: Confirm the shipper has a valid CVI for the species being moved, confirm brand inspection certificates are present for cattle, and verify Colorado Department of Agriculture entry requirements for the destination state if animals are coming into Colorado [5].
Annually (Colorado intrastate authority if applicable): Contact CDOT Motor Carrier Services to confirm current renewal dates and fees, as these are not consistently posted online.
The entire renewal stack for one truck, if everything is in order, can be handled in one focused day per year. The problem is almost never the forms. It is leaving the filing to the last week of February when CDOT processing queues are backed up.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a license to haul livestock in Colorado?
Colorado doesn't issue a single livestock hauler license. You need a stack: an active USDOT number, MC operating authority if you haul for hire interstate, Colorado IRP apportioned plates, IFTA registration for fuel tax reporting, and USDA-compliant paperwork per shipment. For intrastate-only private carriers, the requirements are narrower but still include USDOT registration above certain weight thresholds. Confirm your specific configuration with FMCSA and CDOT before operating.
How much does livestock hauler renewal cost in Colorado?
There is no single number. IFTA decals cost $10 per vehicle set. IRP apportioned plates for an 80,000 lb Class 8 truck commonly run $1,800 to $2,800 annually depending on mileage apportionment, but the exact figure depends on your fleet weight and jurisdiction mix. USDOT biennial updates are free. Insurance premiums are the largest variable cost. Confirm current IRP and intrastate authority fees directly with CDOT Motor Carrier Services.
How long does livestock hauler renewal take in Colorado?
IFTA and USDOT updates process in hours online. IRP renewal through CDOT typically takes 5 to 10 business days for the permanent cab card, with a temporary authority receipt available immediately on payment. Insurance BMC-91 filings appear in FMCSA's SAFER system within 3 to 5 business days. Start all renewals at least 60 days before deadlines to avoid late penalties and processing backlogs in February and December.
When is the Colorado IRP registration deadline for livestock haulers?
Colorado's IRP registration year runs from March 1 through the last day of February. Renewals filed after March 1 trigger a 10% late penalty on unpaid fees. CDOT mails renewal notices to your address on file, but the responsibility to renew on time is yours regardless of whether you receive the notice. Start the renewal process in January to give yourself buffer time.
What is the IFTA deadline for Colorado livestock haulers?
IFTA licenses renew annually by December 31 for the following calendar year. Quarterly fuel use reports are due April 30, July 31, October 31, and January 31. Late returns generate a $50 penalty plus interest. Colorado IFTA decals cost $10 per vehicle set and must be affixed to both sides of the cab before the truck operates in the new registration year.
Do Colorado livestock haulers need brand inspection certificates?
Yes, for cattle. Colorado is a brand-inspection state under the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Cattle must be brand-inspected before moving out of state or changing ownership within Colorado. As the hauler, you must carry the brand inspection certificate during transport. The certificate is obtained by the shipper through a licensed brand inspector, not by the hauler, but you are responsible for verifying it is in the cab before you leave the yard.
What insurance minimums does a Colorado livestock hauler for hire need?
Federal regulations under 49 CFR Part 387.9 require a minimum of $750,000 in primary liability coverage for for-hire carriers transporting non-hazardous property, which covers most livestock. Many shippers contractually require $1,000,000. There is no federal minimum for cargo insurance, but a truckload of cattle can be worth $100,000 to $200,000 or more, so operating without cargo coverage is a substantial business risk.
What USDA paperwork does a Colorado livestock hauler need to carry?
For interstate livestock shipments, you need a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) issued by an accredited veterinarian within the time window required for that species and destination state. For cattle entering or leaving Colorado, a brand inspection certificate is also required. Some species require additional testing records (for example, brucellosis test records for cattle from certain states entering Colorado). Confirm current requirements with the Colorado State Veterinarian's office.
Can a small Colorado rancher hauling their own cattle skip some of these requirements?
Partially. Private carriers (moving only their own animals) do not need MC operating authority from FMCSA. But if the vehicle exceeds 10,001 lbs GVWR and crosses state lines, a USDOT number is still required, and the truck must be registered under IRP and carry IFTA decals. Brand inspection and USDA health certificate requirements apply regardless of whether the hauler is private or for-hire. Confirm your classification with FMCSA and CDOT.
Is there a Colorado-specific intrastate livestock hauler authority separate from federal MC authority?
Yes. Carriers operating exclusively within Colorado can apply for Colorado Intrastate Authority through CDOT rather than seeking federal MC authority from FMCSA. However, Colorado has adopted the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations by reference, so intrastate carriers are still subject to driver qualification, hours-of-service, and vehicle inspection rules. Contact CDOT Motor Carrier Services for current intrastate authority fees and renewal schedules.
What happens if a Colorado livestock hauler lets their USDOT number go inactive?
FMCSA places the USDOT registration in inactive status if the biennial update is not completed. Carriers technically cannot operate with an inactive USDOT number, and shippers running carrier lookups will see the inactive flag. Reactivating requires completing the overdue biennial update through FMCSA's Unified Registration System. The update itself is free, but operating during the inactive period is a violation that can carry civil penalties.
Do Colorado livestock haulers need to worry about the Kansas weight-distance tax?
Yes, if you haul through Kansas. Kansas imposes its own highway use weight-distance tax on trucks over 26,000 lbs operating in Kansas, filed quarterly with the Kansas Department of Revenue. This is separate from IFTA and from your Colorado IRP registration. Colorado does not have an equivalent weight-distance tax, so it only applies to your Kansas miles. Budget for this if your routes regularly cross into Kansas.
Are there hours-of-service exemptions for Colorado livestock haulers?
Yes. The FMCSA livestock exemption under 49 CFR 395.1(k) provides HOS relief for drivers transporting livestock. Specifically, a driver who has been on duty 10 hours and is within 150 air-miles of the livestock source may use certain short-haul provisions. This exemption applies to both interstate and Colorado intrastate carriers covered by federal safety regulations. The exemption does not eliminate all HOS requirements; review the specific regulatory language with your safety officer or attorney.
Where do I actually file Colorado IRP and IFTA renewals?
Both IRP and IFTA renewals are handled through CDOT Motor Carrier Services. Colorado has an online portal accessible through the CDOT website. IFTA fuel reports use Colorado form DR 0122 or the online equivalent. IRP renewal requires a mileage summary by jurisdiction for the prior year. Confirm current portal access at the CDOT Motor Carrier Services page, as the online system has gone through updates.
Sources
- FMCSA, Unified Registration System and Operating Authority: For-hire interstate carriers need MC authority; private carriers and all commercial carriers over 10,001 lbs crossing state lines need a USDOT number; biennial update is free and mandatory
- FMCSA, 49 CFR Part 387 Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility: For-hire carriers transporting non-hazardous property (including livestock) must carry minimum $750,000 in primary liability; FMCSA can revoke authority for insurance lapses; civil penalties up to $16,000 per violation per day
- Colorado Department of Agriculture, Brand Inspection Program: Colorado requires brand inspection for cattle before out-of-state movement or change of ownership; brand inspection certificate must accompany the shipment
- FMCSA, 49 CFR 395.1(k) Hours-of-Service Livestock Exemption: Drivers transporting livestock who have been on duty 10 hours and are within 150 air-miles of the source of the livestock may use specific HOS exemption provisions
- Colorado Department of Agriculture, Livestock Entry Requirements: Cattle entering Colorado require a CVI, brand inspection certificate, and in some cases brucellosis test or vaccination records depending on state of origin
- FMCSA SAFER System, carrier insurance status lookup: FMCSA SAFER system displays real-time insurance filing status including BMC-91 filings by carrier USDOT number
- Kansas Department of Revenue, Highway Use Weight-Distance Tax: Kansas imposes a separate highway use weight-distance tax on trucks over 26,000 lbs operating in Kansas, filed quarterly, separate from IFTA
- FMCSA, 49 CFR Part 386 Rules of Practice for Motor Carrier, Broker, Freight Forwarder, and Hazardous Materials Proceedings: FMCSA issues 35-day warning before revoking MC authority for insurance lapse; civil penalties apply for operating after revocation