Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:FMCSA-2020-0025
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
Transportation Department, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration — observed across 2 documents over 111 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The government is updating rules for commercial truck drivers and how companies can apply for exemptions from certain driver qualification requirements. If you operate a trucking business, watch for the final rules to make sure your drivers meet the updated standards or file an exemption application.
First seen
Jun 9, 2026
Last seen
Sep 28, 2026
Latest stage
Notice
PRORULE → RULE
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Comments close
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Stage timeline
Notice·Jun 9, 2026·91 FR 34881
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
comments close Jul 9, 2026#2026-11487
Notice·Sep 28, 2026·91 FR 61274
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
comments close Oct 28, 2026#2026-19809