FMCSA’s ELD mandate became effective on December 18, 2017 Short-term waiver: Livestock/ag haulers had until March 18, 2018 First ELD waiver: ELD Exemption until June 18, 2018. September 30, 2018 extension for compliance Transporters of livestock and insects are not required to have an ELD. The statutory exemption will remain in place until further notice.