FMCSA Renews Online Trucker Registration System for Efficiency

2026-06378 — Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Application for Exemption Renewal From Loomis Armored US, LLC

Loomis Armored US, LLC wants to renew a 5-year exemption to keep using armored trucks with welded-shut cab doors and add two extra doors behind the cab. This affects Loomis’s armored vehicle operations and could impact safety rules for these trucks. The public can comment on this request until May 4, 2026, before the government decides whether to approve it.

2026-06276 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewal of an Approved Information Collection: Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

The FMCSA is renewing its approval to keep collecting info for the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, which helps track truck and bus drivers who test positive for drugs or alcohol. This keeps everyone safer by making sure drivers complete the right steps before getting back on the road. If you’re involved with commercial driving, get ready to keep sharing and checking this info—comments are open until June 1, 2026.

2026-06279 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewal of an Approved Information Collection Request: Designation of Agents, Motor Carriers, Brokers, and Freight Forwarders

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is renewing a form that motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders use to officially name their legal agents in each state they operate. This renewal keeps the process smooth and legal, with no new fees or big changes. If you’re in this business, make sure to update your info when you start or change agents, and send any comments by May 1, 2026.

2026-05184 — Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

The FMCSA is considering allowing 17 people with epilepsy or seizure disorders, who take medication and have controlled symptoms, to drive commercial trucks across state lines. This is a big deal because current rules usually stop anyone with these conditions from driving big rigs. You can share your thoughts by April 16, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!

2026-05180 — Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

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.

2026-05137 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Information Collection Renewal: Crash Causal Factors Program: Knowledge of Systems and Processes

The FMCSA is renewing its info collection to study crashes involving medium-duty trucks, building on earlier research about big trucks. This helps states share how they collect crash data and fund safety efforts, so the government can better understand and prevent truck crashes. If you’re involved in trucking or safety, get ready to share your input before August 31, 2026, with comments due by May 18.

Previous: 2026-05570 — National Committee on Vital Health and Statistics (NCVHS); Notice of Charter Renewal

The CDC just renewed the National Committee on Vital Health and Statistics (NCVHS) charter for two more years, keeping this important health advisory group active through January 22, 2028. This means the committee will keep helping shape health data and stats policies that affect everyone’s well-being. No new costs or big changes, just a smooth continuation of their vital work!

Next: 2026-05572 — Foreign-Trade Zone 27; Application for Subzone; Methods Machine Tools, Inc.; Acton and Sudbury, Massachusetts

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. wants to join Foreign-Trade Zone 27 by adding two new sites in Acton and Sudbury, Massachusetts. This move could help the company save on import taxes and speed up trade, but no production changes are planned yet. Public comments are open until May 4, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!