Deaf Drivers Get Green Light for Interstate Truck Hauling
Published Date: 4/14/2026
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The FMCSA has given 12 hard of hearing and deaf drivers special permission to skip the usual hearing test and drive commercial trucks across state lines. These exemptions started on January 25, 2026, and last until January 25, 2028. This change helps qualified drivers get on the road faster without extra costs or delays.
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