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May a motor carrier require fingerprinting as a pre-employment condition?

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FMCSA-RG-390.3T-Q009.docx (12.36 KB)

Are the FMCSRs applicable to drivers/vehicles operated by a State or local educational institution which is a political subdivision of the State?

Guidance: § 390.3T(f)(2) specifically exempts transportation performed by a State or a political subdivision including any agency of a State or locality from the FMCSRs. The drivers, however, may be subject to the CDL requirements and/or State laws that are similar to the FMCSRs.

Regulatory Topic: Applicability of FMCSRs to school bus drivers
Effective Date: Friday, April 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997