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9/9/2026

FMCSA Receives Exemption Applications from 21 Individuals with Epilepsy

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the receipt of applications from 21 individuals seeking exemptions from the prohibition on driving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) with epilepsy or seizure disorders, allowing those who have had seizures and are taking medication to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.

9/9/2026

FMCSA Seeks Public Comment on Renewal of Accident Recordkeeping Requirements Information Collection Request

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking public comment on its plan to renew the 'Accident Recordkeeping Requirements' information collection request, which requires motor carriers to maintain records of accidents involving their commercial motor vehicles. The request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and must be reviewed and approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

9/9/2026

FMCSA Renews Exemptions for 12 Hard of Hearing and Deaf Drivers

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced its decision to renew exemptions for 12 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) for interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers, allowing them to continue operating CMVs in interstate commerce.

9/9/2026

FMCSA Renews Exemptions for 12 Drivers with Epilepsy

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for 12 individuals with epilepsy and seizure disorders, allowing them to continue operating commercial vehicles in interstate commerce despite having had seizures and taking anti-seizure medication.

9/9/2026

FMCSA Renews Exemptions for Five Individuals with Epilepsy

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for five individuals with epilepsy to continue operating commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, despite having had seizures and taking anti-seizure medication.

9/9/2026

Gexcon U.S., Inc. Seeks Approval for Alternative LNG Facility Safety Model

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is seeking public comment on a petition by Gexcon U.S., Inc. for approval of an alternative method for calculating the vapor-gas dispersion exclusion zone for liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities, as outlined in their petition for EFFECTS Version 12.2.0.

9/9/2026

FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A350 Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 airplanes due to reports of faulty hydraulic engine-driven pumps. The proposed directive would require modifications to the hydraulic monitoring and control application, update the flight manual, and replace affected parts.

9/9/2026

FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Aircraft

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Bombardier, Inc.'s Model BD-700-2A12 airplanes, following reports of fuel leakage and oversized holes in the aircraft's structure, which could pose a safety risk to passengers and crew.

9/9/2026

NHTSA Finalizes Rule on Child Restraint Systems in School Buses

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has finalized a rule to amend the safety standards for child restraint systems (CRSs) in school buses. The amendments exempt school bus CRSs from certain requirements, delay the compliance date, and modify dummy selection and positioning procedures, in response to petitions from CRS manufacturers.

9/9/2026

Exxon Mobil Seeks Preemption of New Jersey Gasoline Transportation Claims

The US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has determined that Federal law preempts Exxon Mobil Corporation's State common law claims in New Jersey related to the safe transportation of gasoline in commerce, citing potential compliance obstacles and preemptive provisions under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).

9/9/2026

USDA Withdraws Proposed Rule for Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan

The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has withdrawn a proposed rule that aimed to adjust the Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan by realigning production districts and reducing the number of importers on the National Watermelon Promotion Board from nine to seven, following a finding that the justification for the change was legally insufficient.

9/9/2026

Ottawa Resource Advisory Committee to Hold Public Meeting

The Ottawa Resource Advisory Committee, authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, will hold a public meeting to provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service on projects and funding, as well as recreation fee proposals for the Ottawa National Forest.

9/9/2026

NOAA to Host Hydrographic Services Review Panel Meeting

NOAA will hold a public meeting for the Hydrographic Services Review Panel on September 28 and 29, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia, where the public will have the opportunity to provide comments in advance and during the meeting.

9/9/2026

Pierce County Receives 30-Year Permit to Take Anadromous Fish

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a 30-year incidental take permit to Pierce County Planning and Public Works, allowing the county to take listed anadromous fish species in Washington state while implementing flood risk reduction measures.

9/9/2026

EPA Seeks Comments on Proposal to Add NBR to Superfund Tax List

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has filed a petition to add acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) to the list of taxable substances under the Superfund tax program, seeking public comments on the proposal. The EPA has not yet determined the modification of the list of taxable substances.

9/9/2026

FEMA Declares Major Disaster for Kansas

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the state of Kansas, specifically for Public Assistance, following severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding, effective September 1, 2026.

9/9/2026

FEMA Declares Major Disaster for Missouri

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Missouri, effective September 1, 2026, in response to severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding.

9/9/2026

FEMA Declares Major Disaster for Texas

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Texas, effective September 1, 2026, in response to severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding.