2024 Federal Rules & Regulations

Exemption From Operating Authority Regulations for Providers of Recreational Activities [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0007]

FMCSA amends its regulations to implement the statutory exemption from its operating authority registration requirements for providers of recreational activities.

Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision; Biometric Identity [OMB Control Number 1651–0138]

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA).

Request for Comments for a New Information Collection on Roadside Device Crashworthiness [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0020]

The FHWA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) approval for a new information collection, which is summarized below under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.

Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and CostSaving Transportation Discretionary Program Metrics [Docket No: FHWA–2023–0002]

The FHWA is establishing metrics for the purpose of evaluating the effectiveness and impacts of projects under the Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program. 

Improvements for Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Test Procedures [NHTSA–2020–0079]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is finalizing minor technical amendments to the test procedures for heavy-duty engines and vehicles to improve accuracy and reduce testing burden.

Approval of a New Information Collection Request: Safety Impacts of Human-Automated Driving System (ADS) Team Driving Applications [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0098]

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FMCSA announces its plan to submit the Information Collection Request (ICR) described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.

Notice of Request for Revision of Currently Approved Information Collection on Assessment of Transportation Planning Agency Needs, Capabilities, and Capacity [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0016]

The FHWA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) approval for renewal of an existing information collection that is summarized below under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.

Request for Information on the J3400 Connector and Potential Options for Performance-Based Charging Standards [Docket No. FHWA–2023–0054]

The FHWA issued regulations establishing minimum standards and requirements for certain electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

Provisions Regarding Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern [Docket No. NSD 104]

The Executive order of February 28, 2024, ‘‘Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government Related Data by Countries of Concern’’ (the Order), directs the Attorney General to issue regulations that prohibit or otherwise restrict United States persons...

Notice of Request for Extension of Currently Approved Information Collection on Funding Transfers [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0013]

The FHWA has forwarded the information collection request described in this notice to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of an information collection.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 213 Test Procedure (TP– 213–11) [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0067]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) seeks public comment on the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance (OVSC) laboratory test procedure (TP) number TP–213–11, specifically relating to FMVSS No. 213a, Child restraint systems—side impact protection.

Highway Safety Improvement Program [Docket No. FHWA–2023–0045]

The purpose of this notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) is to update the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) regulations to address provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) (also known as the ‘‘Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’’ (BIL)) and reflect current priorities and...

Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Exemption Renewal for Automobile Carriers Conference and Auto Haulers Association of America [Docket No. FMCSA–2018–0090]

FMCSA announces its decision to provisionally renew an exemption requested jointly by the Automobile Carriers Conference (ACC) of the American Trucking Associations and the Auto Haulers Association of America (AHAA) to relieve motor carriers operating stinger-steered automobile transporter...

Exemptions From Average Fuel Economy Standards; Passenger Automobile Average Fuel Economy Standards [NHTSA–2022–0048]

This final decision responds to petitions filed by several low volume manufacturers requesting exemption from the generally applicable corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for several model years (MYs).

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Standards; Incorporation by Reference of a New State Procedures Manual [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0269]

FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to incorporate by reference the most recent edition of the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, Inc. (AAMVA) Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) State Procedures Manual (SPM), Version...

Commercial Driver’s License: State of Hawaii; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0185]

FMCSA announces its decision to grant an exemption to the State of Hawaii allowing the State to waive specific portions of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) skills test for CDL applicants who take the skills test on the islands of Lanai and Molokai and issue these drivers a restricted CDL.

Request for Information: Drivers’ Leasing Agreements for Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0143]

FMCSA requests information from the public, including commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers, to assist the Agency’s Truck Leasing Task Force (TLTF) in reviewing such leases to identify terms and conditions that may be unfair to drivers.

Approval of a New Information Collection Request: Impact of Driver Detention Time on Safety and Operations [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0172]

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FMCSA announces its plan to submit the Information Collection Request (ICR) described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.

Revision of an Approved Information Collection: Application for Certificate of Registration for Foreign Motor Carriers and Foreign Motor Private Carriers [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0265]

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FMCSA announces its plan to submit the Information Collection Request (ICR) described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its review and approval and invites public comment. 

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions [DHS Docket No. OGC–RP–04–001]

This regulatory agenda is a semiannual summary of projected regulations, existing regulations, and completed actions of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its components.

Department Regulatory and Deregulatory Agenda; Semiannual Summary [DOT–OST–1999–5129]

The Regulatory Agenda is a semiannual summary of all current and projected rulemakings, reviews of existing regulations, and completed rulemaking actions of the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Amendments to CDL Requirements; Increased Flexibility for Testing and for Drivers After Passing the Skills Test [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0115]

FMCSA proposes to increase flexibility for State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) and commercial driver’s license (CDL) applicants by expanding applicants’ ability to take a CDL skills test in a State other than their State of domicile; permitting a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holder who...

U.S.C.I.S. Fee Schedule and Changes to Certain Other Immigration Benefit Request Requirements [CIS No. 2687–21; DHS Docket No. USCIS 2021–0010]

This final rule adjusts certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees charged by USCIS. This rule also provides additional fee exemptions for certain humanitarian categories and makes changes to certain other immigration benefit request requirements.

Federal Share Flexibility Pilot Program

The FHWA is announcing a pilot program to enable, on an experimental basis, a State department of transportation (State DOT) to determine the Federal share on a project, multi-project, or program basis for projects under certain specified programs.

FHWA National Performance Management Measures [Docket No. FHWA–2023–0014]

This rulemaking proposes updates to the National Performance Management Measures regulations to consider impacts of national emergencies on performance achievement, address compliance determinations and penalty assessment for the pavement condition measures, clarify data collection standards and...

National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners: Proposed Removal of Medical Examiners for Noncompliance With Login.gov Requirement [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0152]

FMCSA proposes to remove medical examiners (ME) from its National Registry who have failed to access their National Registry account using login.gov and have failed to update the profile information in their National Registry account as required.

Qualifications of Drivers: Medical Examiner’s Handbook Regulatory Guidance [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0111]

FMCSA announces the availability of the Medical Examiner’s Handbook (MEH), which includes updates to the Medical Advisory Criteria published in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

Qualifications of Drivers: Medical Advisory Criteria [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0111]

FMCSA updates the Medical Advisory Criteria published as an appendix in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The appendix provides guidance for medical examiners listed on FMCSA’s National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) on the applicability and interpretation of the...

Safety Fitness Determinations [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0003]

This notice of data availability (NODA) is to alert stakeholders and members of the public about information that FMCSA believes may be relevant to this proceeding. This NODA identifies information the Agency has become aware of and provides an opportunity for public comment.

Notice of Request for Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection: Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0002]

The FHWA has forwarded the information collection request described in this notice to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of a new (periodic) information collection.

Advanced Impaired Driving Prevention Technology [Docket No. NHTSA–2022–0079]

This document initiates rulemaking that would gather the information necessary to develop performance requirements and require that new passenger motor vehicles be equipped with advanced drunk and impaired driving prevention technology through a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS).

Combating Auto Retail Scams Trade Regulation Rule

The Federal Trade Commission (‘‘FTC’’ or ‘‘Commission’’) is issuing this Combating Auto Retail Scams Trade Regulation Rule (‘‘CARS Rule,’’ ‘‘Rule,’’ or ‘‘Final Rule’’) and Statement of Basis and Purpose (‘‘SBP’’) related to the sale, financing, and leasing of covered motor vehicles by covered...

National Performance Management Measures [FHWA Docket No. FHWA–2023–0014]

The FHWA is extending the comment period for a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) and request for comments, which was published on January 25, 2024.