Rules and Regulations. Notice of renewal of exemptions; request for comments
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Agency: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT
Action: Notice of renewal of exemptions; request for comments
Citation: FR Doc. 2016-31558 · Docket No. FMCSA-2014-0216
Summary
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions of three individuals from the requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) that interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers have “no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a CMV.” The exemptions enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Dates
The renewed exemptions were effective on November 4, 2016. The renewed exemptions will expire on November 4, 2018. Comments must be received on or before January 30, 2017.
Connectionstraces to 3
- 49 CFR 391.41(b)(8)
- 49 CFR 391
- 49 CFR 390.5