FMCSA Extends Emergency Declaration Through May 31
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has again extended its emergency declaration offering regulatory relief to truckers involved in coronavirus-related assistance efforts.
Audit Finds Flaws in FMCSA Monitoring of Drivers’ Medical Qualifications
An Inspector General audit has found weaknesses in regulators’ monitoring of medical examiner qualifications and ensuring that truck drivers meet physical qualification standards to safely operate commercial vehicles.
Biden Appoints Slew of DOT Officials
President Joe Biden has appointed Meera Joshi to serve as deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
FMCSA Names Members of Commercial Driver Panel for Advisory Committee
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced the members of its recently formed commercial driver panel, which will contribute to the agency’s Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee.
Industry Responds to FMCSA’s Proposed Sleeper Berth Pilot Program
FMCSA's recently proposed pilot program regarding splitting up time in the sleeper berth has received varying responses from members of the transportation industry.
FMCSA Names Members of Its MCSAC Advisory Committee
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Jan. 13 announced this year’s members for its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee, which includes a record number of women as well as its first female vice chair.
ELDs Have Improved HOS Compliance in First Year Since Full Implementation
The federal electronic logging device mandate has leveled the playing field among motor carriers and reduced driver hours-of-service violations, but it may still be too early to determine how ELDs have affected safety on the nation’s roadways, industry experts said.
Maine Lawmakers Petition FMCSA Regarding Lobster Transport
In an effort to ease the commercial transport of lobster, a group of Maine lawmakers submitted a request to federal government officials asking to clarify the definition of “livestock” in a recently issued interim final rule.
FMCSA Proposes to Add Truck Rear Underride Guards to Safety Checklist
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued a proposed rule amending federal safety regulations to specifically add rear impact guards as a required item on the list of annual inspections for motor carriers and roadside inspectors.
FMCSA Proposes Revised Guidance on Yard Moves
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing to revise regulatory guidance related to how truck drivers record yard moves as part of their hours of service.