Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-18311
FMCSA Renews Medical Exemptions for 12 Interstate CMV Drivers with Epilepsy or Seizure Disorders
Buyer
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Posted
September 09, 2026
Identifier
2026-18311
NAICS
926120
This opportunity concerns the renewal of medical exemptions for commercial motor vehicle drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) - Medical Programs Division - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a regulatory action for individual drivers. - Services Requested: - Renewal of medical exemptions for 12 interstate CMV drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders - Each exemption allows continued operation of CMVs in interstate commerce - Notable Requirements: - Drivers must remain seizure-free and maintain stable treatment - Annual medical examinations and physician reports required - Immediate reporting of any seizures or crashes - Compliance with commercial driver license testing requirements - Exemptions valid for two years, subject to renewal and revocation if conditions are not met - FMCSA also announced receipt of 21 new exemption applications for similar conditions, pending public comment - No products or equipment are being procured; only regulatory exemptions for individuals
Description
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announces its decision to renew exemptions for 12 individuals from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations that prohibit interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders from operating CMVs. These exemptions allow individuals who have had seizures and are on anti-seizure medication to continue driving in interstate commerce. The exemptions are valid from January 30, 2026, to January 30, 2028, and include specific terms and conditions such as remaining seizure-free, annual medical examinations, and reporting requirements. The decision was made after evaluating medical and driving records and considering public comments, of which none were received.