Epileptic Truckers Get Shot at Interstate Hauling Jobs
Published Date: 3/17/2026
Notice
Summary
The FMCSA is considering special permission for 14 drivers with epilepsy or seizure disorders to drive commercial trucks across state lines. These drivers take medicine to control seizures and want a chance to work despite current rules. You can share your thoughts by April 16, 2026, and this could open new job opportunities without extra costs for those who qualify.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
14 Drivers Seek Interstate Exemptions
The FMCSA received exemption applications from 14 named individuals who have a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or seizure disorders. If the exemptions are granted, those individuals would be allowed to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce; public comments on the requests are due April 16, 2026.
Exemptions Granted for Two-Year Periods
FMCSA grants medical exemptions from the physical qualification standard for a 2-year period to align with the maximum duration of a driver's medical certification. If an exemption is granted to an applicant, it may be renewed at the end of that 2-year period.
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