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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet lifts certain trucking restrictions for storm relief; AG’s Office collecting price gouging reports
As part of the state of emergency issued for the weekend winter storms, Kentucky government has several measures in effect to support residents.
Under an executive order signed by Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray, the state has temporarily suspended certain restrictions on motor carriers engaged in providing power restoration and transporting gasoline, diesel, propane, and other critical supplies to areas affected by the winter weather.
According to the Transportation Cabinet, the order is effective for 14 days or until the state of emergency is lifted. Restrictions lifted by the order include maximum driving times and weigh station stops. Commercial drivers must comply with safety requirements and have a copy of the order in their truck cab.
Meanwhile, the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office is reminding Kentuckians that the state’s price gouging laws have been activated as part of the state of emergency. According to the Attorney General’s Office, state law defines price gouging as a grossly excessive charge of more than 10 percent of costs prior to the emergency declaration not related to higher costs to the seller. More than 70 reports have been made since the start of the winter storm.
Kentuckians who suspect price gouging should report it on the Attorney General’s Office’s website or by calling 1-888-432-9257. The AG’s Office of Consumer Protection reviews submitted complaints.
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