2024 Federal Rules & Regulations

Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility; Extension of Compliance Date [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0280]

FMCSA amends its November 16, 2023, final rule, ‘‘Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility,’’ by extending the compliance date for certain provisions from January 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026.

Notice and Request for Comment; Vehicle Information for the General Public [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0017]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) seeks public comment about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) approval on the revision of a currently approved information collection.

FMVSS: Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment, Adaptive Driving Beam Headlamps [Docket No. NHTSA–2022–0013]

This document responds to the petitions for reconsideration of the February 22, 2022, final rule that amended Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, ‘‘Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment,’’ to enable certification of adaptive driving beam (ADB) headlighting systems...

Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Application for an Exemption From Waymo and Aurora Operations [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0071]

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA or the Agency) publishes its decision to deny an application from Waymo LLC (Waymo, USDOT #3000336) and Aurora Operations, Inc. (Aurora, USDOT #3441156) (together, Applicants), requesting an exemption from certain Federal Motor Carrier Safety...

Commercial Driver’s License: Application for Exemption; American Public Transportation Association [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0293]

FMCSA announces that it has received an application for an exemption from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), on behalf of public transit agencies and their contractor partners, to allow State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) to waive the ‘‘under-the-hood’’ portion of the pre...

FMVSS No. 305a Electric-Powered Vehicles: Electric Powertrain Integrity Global Technical Regulation No. 20 Incorporation by Reference [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0091]

Consistent with a Global Technical Regulation on electric vehicle safety, NHTSA is establishing Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 305a to replace FMVSS No. 305, ‘‘Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection."

Event Data Recorders [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0084]

This final rule amends regulations regarding event data recorders (EDRs) to extend the EDR recording period for timed data metrics from 5 seconds of pre-crash data at a frequency of 2 Hz to 20 seconds of pre-crash data at a frequency of 10 Hz.

Section 139 Efficient Environmental Reviews for Project Decisionmaking and One Federal Decision Interim Final Guidance [Docket No.: FHWA–2024–0078]

This notice requests comments on FHWA, FRA, and FTA’s (collectively the ‘‘Agencies’’) revised Section 139 Efficient Environmental Reviews for Project Decisionmaking and One Federal Decision Interim Final Guidance (Interim Final Guidance).

Official Release of the MOVES5 Motor Vehicle Emissions Model for SIPs and Transportation Conformity [FRL–12127–01–OAR]

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of the latest major release of the MOtor Vehicle Emission Simulator (MOVES) model, MOVES5, for official purposes outside of California.

Renewal of Currently Approved Information Collection: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0082]

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.

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs [Docket DOT–OST–2021–0093]

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) proposes to revise its drug testing procedures rule, which became effective on June 1, 2023, to provide interim provisions to require the conduct of directly observed urine tests in situations where oral fluid tests are currently required, but oral...

Transportation of Fuel for Agricultural Aircraft Operations [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0121]

This proposed rule would amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to allow States to waive the hazardous materials (HM) endorsement requirement for holders of Class A commercial driver’s licenses (CDL) who transport no more than 1,000 gallons of aviation grade jet fuel in...

Crash Preventability Determination Program [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0233]

FMCSA announces changes to its Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP)

New Car Assessment Program Final Decision Notice—Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Roadmap [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0077]

This final decision notice adds four new advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) technologies—blind spot warning (BSW), blind spot intervention (BSI), lane keeping assist (LKA), and pedestrian automatic emergency braking (PAEB)—to the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) and enhances the...

Commercial Driver’s License: National School Transportation Association Application for Renewal of Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0148]

FMCSA announces its final decision to renew the exemption granted to the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) for a period of two years to permit all commercial driver’s license (CDL) applicants seeking a school bus endorsement to forgo the engine compartment portion of the pre-trip...

FMVSS; Automatic Emergency Braking Systems for Light Vehicles [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0021]

This document grants parts of petitions for reconsideration of a May 9, 2024, final rule that adopted Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 127, ‘‘Automatic Emergency Braking for Light Vehicles,’’ which requires automatic emergency braking (AEB), pedestrian automatic emergency braking...

Quantitative Data on Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Safety Belt Usage [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0091]

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.

Speed Measuring Device Conformity—RADAR [DOT–NHTSA–2024–0074]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides notice to the public that the Conforming Products List (CPL) maintained and updated by NHTSA for Down The Road (DTR) radar speed measuring devices will be discontinued.

FMVSS; Pedestrian Head Protection, Global Technical Regulation No. 9; Incorporation by Reference [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0057]

NHTSA received a request to extend the comment period for the September 19, 2024, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to ensure passenger vehicles are designed to mitigate the risk of serious to fatal injury in pedestrian crashes.

Transparency in Property Broker Transactions [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0257]

FMCSA proposes amendments to its property broker rules in response to petitions for rulemaking from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and the Small Business in Transportation Coalition (SBTC).

Make Inoperative Exemptions; Retrofit Air Bag On-Off Switches and Air Bag Deactivations [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0046]

This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes amendments to the requirements and processes for individuals to request that the agency permit them to have an air bag on-off switch installed in their vehicle.

Electronic Signatures, Forms and Storage for Drug and Alcohol Testing Records [Docket DOT–OST–2022–0027]

The Department of Transportation (DOT or Department) proposes to amend its regulations for conducting workplace drug and alcohol testing for the federally regulated transportation industry to allow, but not require, electronic signatures on documents required to be created and utilized under the...

Crash Avoidance Warning System Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Research [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0070]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) invites public comments on our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection.

Interstate System Access [Docket No. FHWA–2020–0006]

This final rule amends FHWA regulations governing changes in access to the Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways (Interstate System).

Notice of Availability of Interim Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program Guidance [Docket No. FHWA–2023–0036]

This notice announces the availability of FHWA CMAQ Program Interim Guidance (Interim Guidance).

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs [Docket DOT–OST–2021–0093]

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) revises its drug and alcohol testing procedures, as amended by a final rule published on May 2, 2023, to provide temporary qualification requirements for mock oral fluid monitors, provide for consistent requirements by identifying which individuals may...

New Agency Information Collection Under OMB Review: Minimum Standards for DL and ID Cards Acceptable by Federal Agencies

This notice announces that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has forwarded the new Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA).

Notice of Request for Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection: 500-Series Reporting Guidebook [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0065]

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

Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility; Extension of Compliance Date [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0280]

FMCSA proposes to amend its November 16, 2023, final rule, ‘‘Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility,’’ by extending the compliance date for certain provisions from January 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026. 

Work Zone Safety and Mobility and Temporary Traffic Control Devices [Docket No. FHWA–2022–0017]

The FHWA amends its regulations that govern traffic safety and mobility in highway and street work zones.

Provisions Pertaining to Preventing Access to U.S. Sensitive Personal Data and Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern or Covered Persons [Docket No. NSD 104]

The Department of Justice proposes a rule to implement Executive Order 14117 of February 28, 2024 (Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern), by prohibiting and restricting certain data transactions with certain...

Notice and Request for Comment; Automated Driving Systems 2.0: A Vision for Safety [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0069]

NHTSA invites public comments about our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of a currently approved information collection.

Notice and Request for Comment; Limousine Crashworthiness Safety Research [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0054]

NHTSA invites public comments about our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection.

Entry-Level Driver Training: State of Alaska Application for Renewal of Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0122]

FMCSA announces its final decision to renew the exemption granted to the State of Alaska from the limitations imposed by the commercial driver’s license (CDL) regulations on the State’s ability to issue restricted CDLs.

Commercial Driver’s License: Oregon Department of Transportation; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0266]

FMCSA announces its decision to grant a five-year exemption to the Oregon Department of Transportation (Oregon) from the commercial driver’s license (CDL) rules concerning acceptable proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency for citizens of Freely Associated States (FAS) who reside in...

Notice and Request for Comment: Reporting of Information and Documents About Potential Defects [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0055]

NHTSA invites public comments about our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension without change of a currently approved information collection.

Renewal of an Approved Information Collection Request: Safe Driver Apprenticeship Driver Program [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0097]

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.

CDL Standards: Application for Exemption; State of Hawaii Department of Transportation [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0272]

FMCSA announces its decision to grant an exemption to the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) to allow commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders with a passenger (P) endorsement to operate a school bus without holding a school bus (S) endorsement, provided an adult chaperone is present on...

Notice of Request for Renewal of Currently Approved Information Collection: Certification of Enforcement of the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0063]

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

Renewal of an Approved Information Collection: Medical Qualification Requirements [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0158]

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.

Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Requirements; Driver Qualification Requirements: Waste Management Exemption Application [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0200]

FMCSA announces that it has received an application from Waste Management Holdings, Inc. (WMH), for an exemption from certain driver qualification requirements and drug and alcohol clearinghouse regulations when its drivers are transferred among two or more WMH carriers with different USDOT...

Enhanced Driver Licensing and Vehicle Registration Data Reporting Specifications for 500-Series Program Purposes [FHWA Docket No. FHWA–2024–0006]

This notice requests comments on FHWA’s forthcoming reporting specifications for licensed driver and registered vehicle data. The reporting specifications that are the subject of this notice are enhancements to the current reporting guidance.

Renewal of an Approved Information Collection: Road Test Requirement

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.

Minimum Standards for DL and ID Cards Acceptable by Federal Agencies for Official Purposes; Phased Approach for Card-Based Enforcement [Docket No. TSA–2023–0003]

This proposed rule would ensure that Federal agencies have appropriate flexibility to implement the card-based enforcement provisions of the REAL ID regulations after the May 7, 2025, enforcement deadline by explicitly permitting agencies to implement card-based enforcement in phases.

Notice of RFI on Medium- and Heavy-Duty Electric Charging Technologies and Infrastructure Needs [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0028]

The FHWA, along with the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office), invites public comment on this request for information (RFI) regarding the Medium- and Heavy-Duty Electric Charging Technologies and Infrastructure Needs.

FHWA Adoption of Cyber Security Evaluation Tool [FHWA Docket No. FHWA–2024–0005]

With this notice, FHWA announces that it is adopting the Cyber Security Evaluation Tool (CSET) as a voluntary tool transportation authorities can use to assist in identifying, detecting, protecting against, responding to, and recovering from cyber incidents.

Notice and Request for Comment; Examining the Effectiveness of Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist ADAS for Improving Driver Response [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–00

NHTSA invites public comments about our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection. Before a Federal agency can collect certain information from the public, it must receive approval from OMB.

Request for Comment; Crash Injury Research and Engineering Network Data Collection [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0065]

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.

Supplemental Initial Decision That Certain Frontal Driver and Passenger Air Bag Inflators by ARC and Delphi Contain Safety Defect [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0038]

NHTSA is confirming its initial decision that certain frontal driver and passenger air bag inflators manufactured by ARC Automotive Inc. and Delphi Automotive Systems LLC, and vehicles in which those inflators were installed, contain a defect related to motor vehicle safety.

Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) Threat Assessment Program Security Threat Assessment Fees for Non-Agent States [Docket No. TSA–2004–19605]

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) administers the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) vetting program.

Approval of a New Information Collection Request: FMCSA Registration System (FRS) [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0109]

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 Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: TSA PreCheck Application Program

This notice announces that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has forwarded the Information Collection Request (ICR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 1652–0059, abstracted below to OMB for review and approval of a revision of the currently approved collection...

ncorporation by Reference; North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria; Hazardous Materials Safety Permits [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0073]

FMCSA amends its Hazardous Materials Safety Permits (HMSPs) regulations to incorporate by reference the updated Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) handbook containing inspection procedures and Out-of-Service Criteria (OOSC) for inspections of shipments of transuranic waste and highway...

Record Retention Requirement [Docket No. NHTSA–2019–0035]

This rule is being issued pursuant to the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act, which requires the Secretary of Transportation (Secretary) to extend the period of time manufacturers of motor vehicles, child restraint systems, and tires must retain records concerning malfunctions...

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs; Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule [Docket DOT–OST–2021–0093]

Due to the receipt of adverse comments, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is withdrawing the direct final rule ‘‘Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs,’’ published on June 21, 2024.

Revision of an Approved Information Collection: Financial Responsibility Motor Carriers, Freight Forwarders, and Brokers [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0165]

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.

Agency Information Collection Activities: DHS OBIM Biometric Technology Assessments, OMB Control No. 1601–NEW [Docket Number DHS–2024–0026]

The Department of Homeland Security will submit the following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Safe Fleet Bus and Rail Application for an Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0201]

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announces its decision to grant a limited 5-year exemption to Safe Fleet Bus and Rail (Safe Fleet) to allow motor carriers to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) with the company’s ‘‘MirrorLESS’’ camera monitor system (CMS) installed as...

National Hazardous Materials Route Registry

This notice provides revisions to the National Hazardous Materials Route Registry (NHMRR) reported to FMCSA from April 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024.

FMVSS; Seating Systems [Docket No. NHTSA-2024-0001]

Through this document, NHTSA fulfills the statutory mandate in section 24204 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which directed the Secretary of Transportation to issue an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking to update Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 207, ``Seating...

Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Grant Programs

This final rule amends the definition of ‘‘equipment’’ to conform with OMB’s government-wide Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance affecting Federal grants.

Notice of Request for Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection: Highway Performance Monitoring System [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0052]

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

Commercial Driver’s License; 3 North LLC; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0125]

FMCSA extends the comment period for its June 11, 2024, notice requesting public comment on 3 North LLC’s application for a 5-year exemption to enable 3 of its commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders under the age 21, with the requisite ‘‘K’’ restriction for intrastate-only operations, to drive...

Receipt of Petitions for Renewal of Temporary Exemptions From Shoulder Belt Requirement for Side-Facing Seats on Motorcoaches [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0026]

NHTSA has received almost identical petitions from 13 final-stage manufacturers of ‘‘entertainer-type motorcoaches,’’ seeking renewal of temporary exemptions from a shoulder belt requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, ‘‘Occupant crash protection,’’ for side-facing...

Opportunities and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Transportation; Request for Information [Docket No. DOT–OST–2023–0049]

On May 3, 2024, the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST–R) of the Department of Transportation (DOT) published in the Federal Register a request for information seeking comments on the potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in transportation, as well...

Transparency in Fees Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators Are Charged for Towing and Recovery Services [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0124]

FMCSA extends the comment period for its May 31, 2024, notice providing interested parties the opportunity to share their perspectives on current industry practices regarding the disclosure of towing fees to the commercial motor vehicle (CMV) owners and whether the owner is made aware of costs...

FMVSSs; Rear Impact Guards; Rear Impact Protection [Docket No. NHTSA–2022–0053]

This document denies a petition, submitted by Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, the Truck Safety Coalition, Citizens for Reliable and Safe Highways, and Parents Against Tired Truckers, for reconsideration of a final rule amending Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 223, ‘‘Rear...

CAFE Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for MY 2027+ and for Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for MYs 2030+ [NHTSA–2023–0022]

NHTSA, on behalf of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is finalizing Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks that increase at a rate of 2 percent per year for passenger cars in model years (MYs) 2027–31, 0 percent per year for light trucks in model...

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs [Docket DOT–OST–2021–0093]

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking direct final action to revise DOT’s drug testing procedures rule, which became effective on June 1, 2023, to provide temporary qualification requirements for mock oral fluid monitors, provide for consistent privacy requirements by identifying...

Renewal of Heavy Vehicle Use Tax Title Submissions [Docket No. FHWA–2024–0046]

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. 

CDL Application for Exemption Renewal; U.S. Custom Harvesters, Inc. [Docket No. FMCSA–2017–0133]

FMCSA announces its final decision to renew the U.S. Custom Harvesters, Inc. (USCHI) exemption from the intrastate restriction (‘‘K’’) on commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) for custom harvester drivers operating in interstate commerce for a two-year period, with additional terms and conditions.

Entry-Level Driver Training: Application for Exemption; State of Alaska [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0122]

FMCSA announces that it has received an application from the State of Alaska for a renewal of its exemption from the limitations imposed by the commercial driver’s license (CDL) regulations on the State’s ability to issue restricted CDLs.

Fees for the Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0268]

FMCSA amends the regulations governing the annual registration fees that participating States collect from motor carriers, motor private carriers of property, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies for the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Plan and Agreement for the 2025 registration...

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

FMCSA amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to incorporate by reference the most recent edition of the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, Inc.’s (AAMVA’s) Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) State Procedures Manual (SPM), version c.0.

New Information Collection: Understanding Attitudes and Behaviors of Safety Belt Use Among Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0091]

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. 

Renewal of an Approved Information Collection Request: Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0097]

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) 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.

Notice and Request for Comment; Motorcycle Crash Avoidance Technology Review [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0024]

NHTSA invites public comments about our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection.

Commercial Driver’s License: Oregon Department of Transportation; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0266]

FMCSA announces that the Oregon Department of Transportation (Oregon) has applied for a limited exemption from the commercial driver’s license (CDL) rules concerning acceptable proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency for citizens of Freely Associated States (FAS) who now reside in...

Submission to the OMB for Review and Approval; Request for Comment; Human Interaction With Driving Automation Systems [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0063]

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.

Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) Reporting Requirements; Correction [Docket No. CISA–2022–0010]

On April 4, 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published, in the Federal Register, the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) Reporting Requirements notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

Transparency in Fees Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators are Charged for Towing and Recovery Services [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0124]

FMCSA announces a public meeting to engage stakeholders, which includes motor carriers, towing and recovery services for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations, and other interested parties, to get their perspective on current industry practices regarding the disclosure of towing fees to the...

Commercial Driver’s License: Application for Exemption; National School Transportation Association [Docket No. FMCSA–2022–0148]

FMCSA announces that it has received an application from the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) to renew its exemption that permits all commercial driver’s license (CDL) applicants seeking a school bus endorsement to forgo the engine compartment portion of the pre-trip vehicle...

Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities [CRT Docket No. 144; AG Order No. 5919–2024]

The Department of Justice (‘‘Department’’) issues its final rule revising the regulation implementing title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (‘‘ADA’’) to establish specific requirements, including the adoption of specific technical standards, for making accessible the services, programs,...

Commercial Driver’s License: Covenant Transport Inc. and Landair Transport Inc.; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0063]

FMCSA announces that it has received an application from Covenant Transport Inc. and Landair Transport Inc., jointly doing business as Covenant Logistics, requesting an exemption to allow commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders who have passed the commercial driver’s license (CDL) skills test...

System of Records; DOT/FMCSA 014 Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Records [Docket No.: DOT–OST–2023–0136]

In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposes a new system of records titled ‘‘DOT/FMCSA 014 Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Records’’.

Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP): Connell High School; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0092]

FMCSA announces that Connell High School (CHS) of Connell, WA, has applied for an exemption beginning September 2024 to allow students under the age of 18 who are enrolled in CHS’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Program to obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP).

Commercial Driver’s License Standards: Application for Exemption Renewal; CRST The Transportation Solution [Docket No. FMCSA–2015–0480]

FMCSA announces its decision to renew the exemption currently held by CRST The Transportation Solution (CRST) (formerly known as CRST Expedited, Inc.) from the requirement that a commercial driver’s license (CDL) holder with the proper CDL class and endorsements be seated in the front seat of the...

Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program To Allow Persons Ages 18, 19, and 20 To Operate CMVs in Interstate Commerce; Revision to Program Requirements [Docket No. FMCSA–2018–0346]

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which was signed into law on November 15, 2021, required FMCSA to establish a pilot program that would allow employers to establish an apprenticeship program for certain 18-, 19-, and 20-year-old drivers to operate commercial vehicles in...

CDL Standards: Application for Exemption; Pitt Ohio Express, LLC [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0057]

FMCSA announces its denial of the application from Pitt Ohio Express, LLC (Pitt Ohio) to exempt its drivers from one of the requirements in the Agency’s Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot (SDAP) program.

FMVSSs; Automatic Emergency Braking Systems for Light Vehicles [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0021]

This final rule adopts a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard to require automatic emergency braking (AEB), including pedestrian AEB (PAEB), systems on light vehicles.

Submission to the OMB for Review and Approval; Examining Distraction and Driver Monitoring Systems To Improve Driver Safety [Docket No. NHTSA–2023–0026]

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.

Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Grant Programs

This final rule amends the uniform procedures implementing the State Highway Safety Grant Program to waive, for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, the requirement that targets for the common performance measures be identical to targets in the State Highway Safety Improvement Program.

Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) Reporting Requirements; Extension of Comment Period [Docket No. CISA–2022–0010]

On April 4, 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register, the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA), which proposes regulations implementing the statute’s covered cyber incident and ransom...

North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria; Hazardous Materials Safety Permits [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0073]

FMCSA proposes amendments to its Hazardous Materials Safety Permits (HMSPs) regulations to incorporate by reference the updated Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) handbook containing inspection procedures and Out-of-Service Criteria (OOSC) for inspections of shipments of transuranic waste...

Opportunities and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Transportation [Docket No. DOT–OST–2024–0049]

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Advanced Research Projects Agency—Infrastructure (ARPA– I) is seeking input from interested parties on the potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in transportation, as well as emerging challenges and opportunities in creating and deploying...

Request Approval of a New Information Collection: FMCSA Registration System (FRS) [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0109]

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.

Commercial Driver’s License: Application for Exemption; Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0236]

FMCSA announces its denial of an application for exemption, filed by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), from the commercial driver’s license (CDL) skills testing regulation requiring the three-part CDL skills test to be administered and successfully completed in...

FMVSS No. 305a Electric Powered Vehicles: Electric Powertrain Integrity Global Technical Regulation No. 20 [Docket No. NHTSA–2024–0012]

Consistent with a Global Technical Regulation on electric vehicle safety, NHTSA proposes to establish Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 305a to replace FMVSS No. 305, ‘‘Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection.’’

Commercial Driver’s License: State of Hawaii Department of Transportation; Application for Exemption [Docket No. FMCSA–2023–0272]

FMCSA announces the Hawaii Department of Transportation’s (HDOT) requests for an exemption on behalf of the Hawaii Department of Education’s (DOE) Transportation Services Branch and independent schools statewide to allow Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders with a passenger (P...

Request for Information for Designating the National Multimodal Freight Network [Docket No. DOT–OST–2024–0047]

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT or Department) DOT is seeking information from the public, and in particular multimodal freight system users, transportation providers, metropolitan planning organizations, local governments, ports, airports, railroads, freight forwarders, brokers, other...

Temporary Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Renewal Applicants [CIS No. 2767–24; DHS Docket No. USCIS– 2024–0002]

This rule temporarily amends existing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations to provide that the automatic extension period applicable to expiring Employment Authorization Documents (Forms I–766 or EADs) for certain renewal applicants who have filed Form I–765, Application for...

Apprenticeship Pilot Program [Docket No. FMCSA–2024–0097]

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) discussed below has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review of a required revision and emergency approval. 

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.

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

FMCSA extends the comment period for its February 16, 2024, notice requesting information from the public, including commercial motor vehicle drivers, to assist the Agency’s Truck Leasing Task Force in reviewing such leases to identify terms and conditions that may be unfair to drivers.

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.

Intent To Request Revision From OMB of One Current Public Collection of Information: TSA PreCheck Application Program [Docket No. TSA–2014–001]

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites public comment on one currently approved Information Collection Request (ICR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 1652–0059, abstracted below that we will submit to OMB for a revision in compliance with the Paperwork...

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...

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...

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.

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).

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.