Proposed Rulemaking Procedure Change
Rule Making Change Proposed.pdf
On August 7, 2017 (82 FR 36719) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed to amend its rulemaking procedures by revising the process for preparing and adopting rules, petitions, and direct final rules. Also, the Agency adds new definitions, and makes general administrative corrections throughout its rulemaking procedures. These proposed actions are authorized under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act and the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). Comments on this document must be received on or before October 6, 2017.