15 Jan 2025
🚚FMCSA Driver Hearing Exemptions
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
Summary
FMCSA announces its decision to exempt 16 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce. The exemptions enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The text discusses the FMCSA granting exemptions to individuals with hearing impairments, impacting compliance with driving regulations for businesses operating in interstate commerce. This can potentially expand the labor pool for commercial motor vehicle drivers.