🚚Proposed Rule to Eliminate CDL Self-Reporting Requirement
FMCSA proposes to revise its regulations requiring commercial driver's license (CDL) holders to self-report motor vehicle violations to their State of domicile. With the implementation of the exclusive electronic exchange of violations between State drivers licensing agencies (SDLAs) in 2024, self-reporting is no longer necessary. This action supports the Administration's deregulatory efforts.
Learn More🚦Proposed Regulation on Railroad Grade Crossings for CMVs
FMCSA proposes to amend the regulations related to driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at railroad grade crossings. Currently, drivers of certain CMVs (e.g., buses transporting passengers and CMVs transporting certain hazardous materials) are required to stop before crossing a railroad track unless an exception applies, such as when the crossing is controlled by a functioning highway traffic signal transmitting a green indication. The Agency proposes to add a similar exception for a railroad grade crossing equipped with an active warning device that is not in an activated state (e.g., flashing lights or crossing gates down, indicating the arrival of a train).
Learn More🚛FMCSA Proposes CDL Standards Exemption for Military Technicians
FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations (FMCSRs) to allow dual-status military technicians to qualify for the exception for certain military personnel from commercial driver license (CDL) standards. This rulemaking responds to a petition for rulemaking submitted by James D. Welch.
Learn More🚚FMCSA Proposal to Remove Liquid-Burning Flares from Regulations
FMCSA proposes to remove references to liquid-burning flares from the warning device requirements in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). This proposed revision would remove outdated language referring to warning devices that FMCSA believes are no longer used.
Learn More📅Amended Notice of Meeting for the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a revised meeting time for the National Advisory Council on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. The meeting, now scheduled from 12
Learn More🥂National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Closed Meeting Notice
The National Institutes of Health has issued a notice regarding the upcoming closed meeting of the National Advisory Council on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. The agenda includes the presentation of a report and the evaluation of grant applications, emphasizing the significance of confidentiality in related discussions. The meeting will be conducted virtually.
Learn More🏥Notice of Closed Meeting by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a closed meeting for the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism to review contract proposals related to alcohol-activated locking systems for firearms. The meeting will be held virtually, aiming to evaluate confidential proposals while adhering to privacy regulations.
Learn More🍷Notice of Closed Meetings for Alcohol Research Grant Applications
The National Institutes of Health announces closed meetings for the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, focused on evaluating grant applications. The discussions will address confidential materials, ensuring privacy while promoting ongoing research in alcohol abuse.
Learn More🏥Copayment Exemption for Whole Health Services Proposed by VA
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposes to revise its medical regulations to exempt Whole Health well-being services from the copayment requirements for inpatient hospital care and outpatient medical care. These Whole Health well-being services, which consist of Whole Health education and skill-building programs and complementary and integrative health well-being services, are provided to Veterans within the VA Whole Health System of Care to improve Veterans' overall health and well-being.
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