24 Jul 2025
🚚FMCSA Notice on Hearing Exemptions for Commercial Drivers
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
Summary
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions for 14 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) for interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The exemptions enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The FMCSA's notice on driver exemptions affects businesses in the transportation sector by allowing individuals with hearing impairments to operate commercial vehicles. This regulatory decision not only impacts compliance requirements for companies that hire these drivers but also affects workforce availability and diversity initiatives within the industry.