FMCSAProposed Rule
North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria: Hazardous Materials Safety Permits (2025); Incorporation by Reference
TransportationEnvironmentLabor & Workplace
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Summary
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing to adopt updated safety standards for trucks that transport hazardous materials like chemicals and fuel. These standards determine when unsafe vehicles must be taken off the road to protect drivers, the public, and the environment.
Key Points
- 1The rule incorporates North American safety standards for deciding when hazmat trucks are too dangerous to operate and must be pulled from service
- 2Affects trucking companies and drivers who transport hazardous materials across state lines
- 3Establishes consistent safety rules across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for hazmat vehicle inspections
- 4The public has until December 20, 2025 to submit comments before the rule becomes final
- 5Helps prevent accidents and spills that could endanger communities near highways
Key Dates
Published
November 19, 2025
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