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DOT/FMCSA RIN: 2126-AA95 Publication ID: Spring 2007 
Title: Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard 
Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend FMCSA's medical qualification standards to allow drivers with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, without seeking an exemption from the FMCSRs. This action is in response to section 4129 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). The diabetes standard is in review with FMCSA's Medical Review Board. 
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-Term Actions 
Major: Undetermined  Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391   
Legal Authority: SAFETEA-LU    sec 4129 of PL 109-59 (2005)   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
ANPRM  03/17/2006  71 FR 13801   
ANPRM Comment Period End  06/15/2006    
Next Action Undetermined  To Be Determined    
Additional Information: Docket No. FMCSA-2005-23151
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: Businesses  Federalism: Undetermined 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Information URL: dms.dot.gov   Public Comment URL: dms.dot.gov  
Agency Contact:
Dr. Mary D. Gunnels
Director, Office of Medical Programs
Department of Transportation
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE,
Washington, DC 20590
Phone:202 366-4001
Email: maggi.gunnels@dot.gov