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FMCSA Temporary Waiver – Now in Effect: To support the transition to the Medical Examiner’s Certification Integration (NRII) rule, FMCSA has issued a temporary waiver, effective July 14 through October 12, 2025, allowing interstate CDL and CLP holders and motor carriers to use paper copies of MECs for up to 60 days after the exam date as proof of medical certification.

FMCSA Issues Temporary Waiver for CDL Medical Certification Amid NRII Transition
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