Federal Register #2026-22829

FMCSA Denies 16 Commercial Driver Exemption Applications for Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration denied 16 applications for exemptions related to commercial motor vehicle driving and seizure disorders. - Government buyer: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), within the U.S. Department of Transportation. - Decision: FMCSA denied applications from Andrew Barker, Kyle Benner, Devin Brockington, Wendy Cook, Caedmon Cunningham, Steven Ernest, Chauncy Gibson, Matthew Heller, Michael S. Miller, Michael George Murray, Brandon Petruzzi, Scott Pontious, Anthony Sanders, Ryen Seyfried, Jeffrey Sparkman, and Donte Watkins. - Reason: The applicants sought permission to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce despite epilepsy or another condition that could cause loss of consciousness or impair driving. FMCSA found they did not meet the exemption criteria, including the minimum seizure-free time requirement, or demonstrate an equivalent or greater level of safety. - Review factors: The agency considered medical information, seizure histories, treatment stability, clinician opinions, and driving records. - Procurement scope: No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are requested.

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announces denials of exemption applications from 16 individuals seeking relief from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations concerning epilepsy and seizure disorders. The regulation prohibits drivers with certain diagnoses or conditions likely to cause loss of consciousness or ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle from driving in interstate commerce. FMCSA determined the applicants did not meet the minimum seizure-free time requirement or otherwise satisfy the exemption criteria. The notice summarizes the agency’s denials following its review of medical information, treatment history, and driving records.

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