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Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; License Plate Lamps

Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

FMCSA proposes to provide an exception from the lamp and reflective device requirements for license plate lamps on the rear of truck tractors while towing a trailer. This proposed change would remove an unnecessary regulatory requirement without impacting safety.

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