Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (
FMCSA announces its decision to deny the application of one individual treated with an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) who requested an exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) prohibiting operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce by persons with a cur
| Agency | Transportation Department, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration |
|---|---|
| Document type | Notice |
| Published | 2026-02-23 |
| Summary | FMCSA announces its decision to deny the application of one individual treated with an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) who requested an exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) prohibiting operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce by persons with a current clinical diagnosis of myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, coronary insufficiency, thrombosis, or any other cardiovascular disease of a variety known to be accompanied by syncope (transient loss of consciousness), dyspnea (shortness of breath), collapse, or congestive heart failure. |
| Document number | 2026-03527 |
| Official record | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03527/qualification-of-drivers-exemption-applications-implantable-cardioverter-defibrillator-icd |