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  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9702
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has reopened the comment period for a proposed rule published on November 20, 2024, concerning property broker transactions. This decision came after a request from the Small Business in Transportation Coalition, allowing stakeholders more time to submit feedback until March 20, 2025. The proposal addresses transparency in brokered freight transactions, requiring brokers to send electronic transaction records to parties within 48 hours and preventing them from making waivers a condition. The reopened comment period provides an additional opportunity for interested parties to express their opinions and suggestions on these proposed changes.

    Simple Explanation

    FMCSA, a government agency, wants people's thoughts on new rules to make sure everyone knows what’s happening when trucks move goods; they’ve decided to give people more time to share their opinions. They want brokers to be open and quick about sharing info about their deals but are still thinking about how this will all work out.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13986
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued a notice to correct a spelling error in a previous notice regarding the renewal of exemptions for 19 interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers who have epilepsy or seizure disorders. These exemptions allow the drivers to operate CMVs despite having a history of seizures, as long as they meet certain conditions. Originally published on January 6, 2025, the misspelled name "Kieth Maat (KS)" has been corrected to "Keith Maat (KS)." This correction became effective as of March 27, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government agency that takes care of truck drivers had to fix a mistake where they spelled someone's name wrong in an important notice. They changed "Kieth" to "Keith" to make sure everything is clear and correct.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97164
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a new Information Collection Request (ICR) related to medical documentation needed for employees requesting reasonable accommodations. This ICR requires health professionals to submit medical examinations to assess if applicants meet certain medical qualifications. The form, labeled MCSA-3962.1, facilitates determining if FMCSA can offer accommodations without imposing undue hardship. Public comments are invited on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for the data collection process before February 4, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to know what people think about a new form that doctors fill out to help workers who need special help at their jobs. They want to make sure the form is good and easy to use and are asking people to say what they think before February 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15507
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Plan Board of Directors is seeking nominations for a motor carrier industry position on the Board. Candidates must represent a motor carrier within the smallest fleet fee bracket. The chosen individual's term will start immediately and run until May 31, 2027. Nominations, including resumes, must be received by May 12, 2025. The appointment decision rests with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which may consider recommendations from the Board.

    Simple Explanation

    The Unified Carrier Registration Board wants to find a new member who works with small-sized truck companies. They need to decide who gets the spot, but it must be done soon so that person can help make important decisions until 2027.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97166
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a correction to a previous notice about exemptions for 11 interstate commercial vehicle drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders. Originally, the expiration date for these exemptions was listed as November 13, 2024, but this correction updates the date to November 13, 2026. These exemptions allow the affected drivers to continue operating commercial vehicles if they meet certain conditions, despite their medical history.

    Simple Explanation

    The government fixed a mistake about some truck drivers who can still drive even though they might have seizures. They said these drivers can keep driving until 2026 instead of 2024.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11050
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has granted an exemption to Wilson Logistics, allowing commercial learner's permit (CLP) holders who have passed the commercial driver's license (CDL) skills test to drive commercial vehicles without a CDL holder in the passenger seat. This exemption is intended to ease Wilson Logistics' operational burdens and will apply to 400-500 CLP holders annually. While the accompanying CDL holder must remain in the vehicle, they do not need to be in the front seat. FMCSA believes this exemption will maintain or improve safety levels and has granted similar exemptions to other companies in the past. The exemption is valid from February 23, 2021, to February 23, 2026, with conditions to ensure compliance and public safety.

    Simple Explanation

    The government said Wilson Logistics can let some new drivers, who have almost all their licenses, drive big trucks without a teacher sitting right next to them. They think this is still safe and are trying it out for 5 years to see how it goes.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17990
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has announced its plan to renew an Information Collection Request (ICR) called "Financial Responsibility Motor Carriers, Freight Forwarders, and Brokers.” This process involves collecting proof of financial responsibility from motor carriers, property brokers, and freight forwarders as a condition for registration. The notice invites public comments on the necessity and accuracy of this information collection. The FMCSA addresses public concerns, clarifying that the financial requirements are set by law and that the total estimated burden hours stem from multiple forms, not just those being updated.

    Simple Explanation

    The FMCSA, which helps keep trucks and buses safe on the road, wants to make sure that trucking companies and others have enough money to cover accidents. They're asking people to share their thoughts about this plan, but some folks think it's a bit confusing and might be tricky for smaller companies.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3990
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is inviting public comments on an application from Bianco Trucking Services, LLC for an exemption. This exemption would allow drivers aged 18 to 20, who have a Wisconsin State-issued commercial learner's permit with certain restrictions, to attend driver training in Michigan. The training facility is listed on the FMCSA's Training Provider Registry and is conveniently located near the Wisconsin border. The FMCSA is accepting comments on this exemption request until February 14, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government is thinking about letting younger drivers from Wisconsin go to a special school in Michigan to learn how to drive big trucks, and they want to hear what people think about it. This is important because there are usually rules about young drivers traveling to different states to learn, and they need to make sure it's safe.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 11891
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a final rule delaying the effective date of its "Rulemaking Procedures Update" to March 21, 2021. This decision follows a memorandum from January 20, 2021, by the Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff, to give time for the President's appointees or designees to review the rule. The delay aims to ensure thorough consideration of any questions concerning facts, law, or policy before the rule becomes effective. Normally, agencies have to provide notice and allow comments before implementing rules, but this requirement is waived if deemed impracticable or against public interest.

    Simple Explanation

    The United States Department of Transportation decided to wait a little longer before making a new rule official, so they can double-check everything to make sure it's right. This pause allows important people to take a closer look at the rule to ensure it's fair and correct.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 179
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing a new guideline to help commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers know when to record their vehicle operations as "yard moves." This change aims to clarify that movements of CMVs on private property or in restricted areas can be logged as "on-duty not driving" time. The FMCSA is asking the public for comments on these proposed guidelines, which also give examples of what are considered yards, such as intermodal yards, port facilities, and private parking lots. Comments are welcomed until February 3, 2021, to help finalize and clarify these guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to make rules so truck drivers know when they can label moving their trucks around a parking lot or private area as "work but not driving." They want people to share what they think about these ideas on how to tell if a place is a "yard" until February 3, 2021.

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