Truckers Swap Paper Hazmat Certs for Phone Apps
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Good news for truck and boat drivers who carry hazardous materials! They’ll soon be able to show their registration certificate on a phone or tablet instead of carrying paper copies. This change saves time, cuts down on paperwork, and starts once the new rule is official—making life easier and possibly saving money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Electronic Hazardous Materials Registration Option
If you are a motor carrier (truck) or vessel carrier (boat) that transports hazardous materials, you may choose to carry your PHMSA certificate of registration in electronic form on a phone or tablet instead of paper copies. This optional change reduces paperwork and saves time once the new rule is official.
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