FMCSA expands waiver to allow truckers to use paper medical certificates for 60 days - CDLLife
FMCSA expands waiver allowing truckers to use paper medical certificates for 60 days.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on July 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. All commercial motor vehicle drivers subject to FMCSA medical certification requirements should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Waiver effective immediately for 60 days from date of publication.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
FMCSA temporarily allows use of paper medical certificates for up to 60 days instead of requiring electronic submission via the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.
Who it affects
All commercial motor vehicle drivers subject to FMCSA medical certification requirements
What you must do
Ensure paper medical certificates are valid and carried in the vehicle during the waiver period.
Deadline
Waiver effective immediately for 60 days from date of publication.
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