Federal Register #2026-18445

FMCSA Renews Exemptions for Nine Drivers with Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

This notice announces the renewal of exemptions by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for nine drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders: - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is not a procurement action. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being purchased or solicited. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Exemptions allow nine individuals with a history of epilepsy or seizure disorders to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce. - Exemptions are valid for two years, contingent on strict medical monitoring. - Drivers must remain seizure-free, maintain stable treatment, submit annual physician reports, undergo annual medical exams, and report any crashes or disqualifying offenses. - Public comments on the renewal of these exemptions are requested.

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announces its decision to renew exemptions for nine individuals from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations that prohibit interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers from having a medical history or diagnosis of epilepsy or conditions likely to cause loss of consciousness. These exemptions allow individuals who have had seizures and are on anti-seizure medication to continue operating commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. The exemptions are renewed for a two-year period from September 16, 2026, to September 16, 2028, subject to specific terms and conditions including medical monitoring and reporting requirements. Public comments on the renewal are requested by October 13, 2026.

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