Deaf Truckers Get Green Light: No Hearing Test Needed for Big Rigs
Published Date: 3/27/2025
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Summary
FMCSA is letting 10 hard of hearing and deaf drivers skip the usual hearing test to drive big trucks across state lines. This change helps these drivers get on the road faster and keeps our highways moving. No extra costs or delays—just a smoother ride for everyone involved!
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Hearing Exemptions for 10 Drivers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) exempted 10 hard of hearing and deaf individuals from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) hearing requirement. This exemption allows those 10 people to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce.
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