Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 20 individuals for an exemption from the prohibition in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) against persons with a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition that is likely to cause a loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a comm
| Agency | Transportation Department, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration |
|---|---|
| Document type | Notice |
| Published | 2026-02-23 |
| Summary | FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 20 individuals for an exemption from the prohibition in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) against persons with a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition that is likely to cause a loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to drive in interstate commerce. If granted, the exemptions would enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to operate CMVs in interstate commerce. |
| Document number | 2026-03462 |
| Official record | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03462/qualification-of-drivers-exemption-applications-epilepsy-and-seizure-disorders |