Twelve More Drivers With Seizures Seek Interstate Keys
Published Date: 5/28/2026
Notice
Summary
The government is considering letting 12 people with epilepsy or seizure disorders drive big trucks across state lines, even though current rules say they can’t. These folks take medicine to control their seizures and want a chance to work as commercial drivers. You have until June 29, 2026, to share your thoughts, and this could open new job opportunities without extra costs for taxpayers.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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12 Drivers Seek Interstate Exemptions
Twelve named individuals with a history of epilepsy or seizure disorders have applied for exemptions that would let them drive commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce despite the rule that normally bars people with a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy. The applications cover people from PA, ME, OK, CA, NE, OH, WI, FL, NY, WY, and IA, and the public may comment through June 29, 2026.
Exemptions Typically Last Two Years
FMCSA grants medical exemptions from the physical qualification standards for up to a 2-year period to align with the maximum duration of a driver's medical certification. If one of these exemption requests is granted, the exemption would normally be issued for a 2-year term.
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