Regulation & law · 22/09/1994Updated: 10/18/2026 · 1 min read
DOT Extends Compliance Dates for Infectious Substances Regulations
Summary
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is extending the compliance dates for regulations related to infectious substances, including medical waste, to give itself more time to evaluate changes and coordinate with other federal agencies. This extension aims to address concerns about overlapping or inconsistent federal requirements for infectious substances.
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