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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on their plan to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new collection of information. This notice relates to the Accelerated Innovation Deployment (AID) Demonstration Grants for fiscal years 2023-2026, which are available to eligible entities like State Departments of Transportation and Tribal governments. The FHWA will collect information annually to help distribute these grants, and the public is encouraged to share thoughts on the necessity and burden of this data collection process. For submitting comments, the agency has provided several methods including online, fax, and mail.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew the exemptions for 25 drivers who are hard of hearing or deaf, allowing them to continue driving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) across state lines. These exemptions bypass the usual hearing requirements after confirming that the drivers maintain a safety level comparable to their peers. The exemptions will last up to two years unless any issues arise, such as unsafe driving practices or violations. The public is encouraged to provide comments or any concerns about these drivers by February 5, 2025.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has delayed the effective date of a rule concerning the Hybrid III 5th Percentile Female Test Dummy until March 20, 2025. This rule, initially set to take effect on January 3, 2025, updates the chest jacket and spine box specifications to address fit, availability, and noise issues. The delay, in accordance with a presidential memorandum for reviewing new regulations, allows for additional evaluation and is effective immediately upon publication, bypassing the usual notice and comment process.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has published a notice to request public comments on a special permit application from Tennessee Gas Pipeline, L.L.C. (TGP). This permit seeks an exemption from certain federal pipeline safety regulations, particularly concerning changes in pipeline class locations and maximum allowable operating pressure. The exemption covers sections of the pipeline in Texas, Louisiana, and Tennessee, which need relief instead of replacing the pipeline or reducing its pressure. Interested parties have until February 18, 2021, to submit their comments regarding the safety and environmental implications of granting this permit.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection helps determine if applicants meet the requirements for renewing a launch license to ensure public safety during reentry operations. Comments must be submitted by March 26, 2025. The information is crucial for those applying for a license to operate reusable launch vehicles or carry out reentry activities, as required by U.S. law.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for 15 drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders, allowing them to continue operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce. These exemptions are renewed for two years and come with specific conditions, like staying seizure-free, maintaining stable treatment, and undergoing regular medical checks. If any conditions are violated, the exemption can be revoked. During the exemption period, no state laws contradicting this exemption can be enforced against exempt drivers. This decision aims to maintain a safety level equivalent to current regulations.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew vision requirement exemptions for 63 commercial vehicle drivers. These exemptions allow individuals to operate in interstate commerce with vision issues in one eye. The FMCSA concluded that continuing these exemptions maintains or exceeds current safety levels. No public comments were received during the announcement period, and the exemptions are valid for two years starting in December 2020, unless revoked earlier.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a petition to allow the importation of 1997 Jeep Wrangler vehicles that did not originally meet U.S. safety standards. The petitioner, Wallace Environmental Testing Laboratories, claims the non-U.S. certified vehicles are substantially similar to U.S. versions and can be modified to meet the required safety standards. Public comments on the petition are invited by February 3, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will not enforce a rule regarding drug and alcohol testing for repair station employees outside the United States until March 20, 2025. This decision follows a final rule issued in December 2024, intended to clarify certain aspects of the original rule published earlier that month. The delay in enforcement is to allow time for further review to ensure the rule complies with existing laws and policies. The FAA's announcement follows a broader governmental directive to hold off on implementing new rules pending further examination.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is notifying the public about a petition from Ameristar Air Cargo, Inc. This petition seeks an exemption from a specific aviation regulation, allowing them to reduce the mandatory rest hours for flightcrew members. Ameristar argues that their definition of "rest," as per another regulation, sets a higher standard than the current requirement for hours "free from duty." The FAA invites public comments on this petition by April 9, 2025.