The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is anticipating a final rule bringing an end to the ban against the operation of commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce by insulin-dependent diabetic drivers.
The agency previously published a proposed rule in 2015 on insulin-dependent diabetes and received public comments and recommendations from its Medical Review Board.
Based on the board's analysis and recommendations, FMCSA is considering replacing the previously proposed written notification from the treating clinician with a form titled "Insulin-Treated Diabetes Mellitus Assessment Form," to be completed by the clinician and provided to a certified medical examiner.
The form could be required for CMV drivers treated with insulin for diabetes who wish to drive in interstate commerce.
FMCSA is requesting public comments on the proposed revision and the form. Comments can be submitted on or before 9/25 at https://www.regulations.gov/docket?D=FMCSA-2005-23151.
