FMCSA Refreshes Mover Info Rules for Safer Relocations
Published Date: 6/25/2025
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Summary
The FMCSA is renewing its approval to collect info from moving companies that help people transport their household goods. This update changes how many companies respond, how long it takes, and the costs involved. If you’re a mover or someone hiring one, this keeps consumer protections strong without adding extra hassle or fees.
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Moving Consumer Protections Maintained
If you hire a moving company to transport your household goods, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) renewed its information-collection approval to keep consumer protections in place. The agency states this renewal keeps protections strong without adding extra hassle or fees for people hiring movers.
Movers' Reporting Burden Revised
If you operate a household goods moving company (a household goods motor carrier), FMCSA renewed the Information Collection Request that applies to carriers hired by the public. The renewal revises the previous number of respondents, total respondent hours, and cost burden, and the agency states it does not add extra hassle or fees.
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