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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has granted a five-year exemption to Daimler Trucks North America, allowing six drivers with German commercial licenses to drive commercial vehicles in the U.S. without a U.S. commercial driver's license. This exemption helps the drivers test Daimler vehicles in real-world conditions to ensure product standards. The drivers must comply with specific safety conditions, including being accompanied by a U.S. CDL holder and undergoing a drug and alcohol testing program similar to U.S. requirements. The FMCSA believes this will maintain or enhance safety standards on U.S. roads.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on renewing an information collection related to Fractional Aircraft Ownership Programs. This program allows people to buy shares in aircraft and share them with other owners in a pool. The information collection is necessary to ensure compliance with safety regulations outlined in 14 CFR part 91, subpart K. Comments are due by March 31, 2025, and the feedback will help determine the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements of this information collection process.

The FAA has released special conditions for the certification of BETA Technologies Inc.'s Model H500A electric engines, which use an electric motor for aircraft propulsion. These engines have a unique design that doesn't fit existing safety standards, so new rules outline the safety requirements needed to ensure they are as safe as conventional engines. The rules include criteria for engine components like electrical systems, controls, and protection against overspeed and ingestion, among others. These conditions respond to comments from experts and aim to ensure these novel engines operate safely.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced a plan to collect information in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This information collection will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and focuses on the Excellence in Right-of-Way Awards Program, which acknowledges innovative practices in highway improvement projects. Comments from the public are invited on the necessity and burden of the proposed information collection, which involves up to 50 applications biennially, with each applicant expected to spend around six hours on their submission. The deadline for comments is March 3, 2021.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is considering authorizing a foreign-built vessel named ENVISION to carry up to 12 passengers for hire along the U.S. coast. They are seeking public comments on whether this approval could negatively impact U.S. boat builders or businesses that operate U.S.-flagged vessels. The vessel, a 52.9′ motor yacht, intends to offer day charters and cruises along the east coast of Florida and Long Island, New York, with its base in Delray Beach, Florida. Interested parties can submit their opinions and concerns by January 21, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a final rule requiring remote identification for unmanned aircraft, including drones, in U.S. airspace. This rule addresses safety and security concerns by ensuring that unmanned aircraft provide identification and location information, making it easier to track and manage their operations. The rule outlines three ways for compliance: using a standard remote identification system, utilizing a broadcast module, or operating in specific areas recognized by the FAA. Compliance with this rule becomes mandatory by September 16, 2023, for all unmanned aircraft operations.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on expanding its delegation program to include new certification tasks for commuter and on-demand operators, except those with 10 or more passengers. This could involve individual designees or organizations authorized with specific functions under the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA). The FAA aims to streamline its certification process to handle increased demand and improve efficiency. Comments must be submitted by February 3, 2025, and should address potential certification tasks, barriers to success, and suggestions for implementation.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced it will not enforce a rule titled "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Correction" until March 20, 2025. This decision was made to allow time for a review of the rule by executive departments and agencies, ensuring it aligns with legal and policy requirements. The rule, originally published on January 10, 2025, corrected two errors in a previous regulation. FMCSA's action is part of a broader regulatory review initiated by the President.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a request to release and sell two parcels of land, totaling 4.28 acres, at the Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport in Kansas. This proposal allows the city to use the land for a water reservoir and warehouse, while ensuring the airport receives fair market value and retains mineral rights. The FAA has determined that this transaction will not impact the airport's future aviation needs. Public comments on the proposal are welcome until March 5, 2021.

The Maritime Administration is considering a waiver request for the vessel Euphoria, which would allow it to carry up to twelve passengers for hire, despite not being built in the U.S., as usually required by coastwise trade laws. The vessel, a 70-foot motor yacht, is intended for ecological studies of seals mating in California and Baja Mexico. Public comments on the waiver request can be submitted until February 25, 2021. The Maritime Administration will decide on the waiver based on various criteria, including its potential impact on U.S. vessel builders and businesses using U.S.-flagged vessels.