🚚CDL Exemption Request for Air Reserve Technicians Reviewed by FMCSA
Commercial Driver's License: Application for Exemption; James D. Welch
Summary
FMCSA announces that it has received an application for an exemption from James D. Welch, a Weapons Safety Division Chief for the U.S. Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC). Mr. Welch requests an exemption for Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) working under the AFRC from the requirement to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Currently, the CDL regulations contain an exception for certain military drivers when operating CMVs for military purposes, but that exception does not cover U.S. Reserve technicians such as ARTs. FMCSA requests public comment on the applicant's request for exemption for ARTs and on whether, if granted, the exemption should apply to all U.S. Reserve technicians.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The regulatory notice involves a request for exemption from CDL requirements, affecting businesses employing Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) potentially lowering training costs and improving workforce retention. It impacts compliance and regulatory requirements related to the operation of commercial vehicles by military personnel.