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Missouri governor signs EO 26-19 letting farm haulers use dyed diesel and heavier loads
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-19 on September 30, 2026, declaring a state of emergency and suspending enforcement of the motor fuel restrictions in Section 142.932, RSMo, so vehicles used strictly for agricultural purposes may run on dyed diesel on state highways and local roads, but not interstates. Six-axle farm combinations may carry up to 90,000 pounds. The relief runs through October 30.
Text (Missouri Secretary of State) → · Office of Governor Mike Kehoe, Missouri Farm Bureau
Key points
- EO 26-19 declares a state of emergency and suspends enforcement of Section 142.932, RSMo, for vehicles in agricultural operations.Missouri Secretary of State
- Dyed diesel use must be strictly limited to agricultural purposes, including harvest, field-to-storage and market transport.Missouri Secretary of State
- No state agency or officer may assess taxes or administrative, civil or criminal penalties under Section 142.932 for qualifying operations.Missouri Secretary of StateOffice of Governor Mike Kehoe
- Six-axle combinations with at least 43 feet between extreme axles may run at 90,000 pounds; the 10% harvest allowance cannot be stacked.Missouri Secretary of State
- The relief runs through Oct. 30, 2026, unless extended, and excludes the federal Interstate Highway System.Missouri Secretary of StateMissouri Farm Bureau
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Missouri Farm Bureau
Missouri Secretary of State
Office of Governor Mike Kehoe
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