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Sleep Apnea ANPRM

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) request data and information concerning the prevalence of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among individuals occupying safety sensitive positions in highway and rail transportation,...

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

What is OSA?

OSA is a respiratory disorder characterized by a reduction or cessation of breathing during sleep. OSA is characterized by repeated episodes of upper airway collapse in the region of the upper throat (pharynx) that results in intermittent periods of partial airflow obstruction (...

Emergency Declaration Issued due to Current Winter Storm

EMERGENCY DECLARATION16-01

WHEREAS, in response to the current winter storm and the need for emergency relief efforts and essential services and supplies in the State of Missouri; and

WHEREAS, a massive public and private response is required to provide immediate, emergency assistance and...

The Safety Data Improvement Program 2013-2014 Biennial Report

Pursuant to section 4128 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act:  A Legacy for Users (P.L. 109-59), the Safety Data Improvement Program 2013-2014 Biennial Report summarizes Federal and State activities underway to improve the collection and...

Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Estimates

I am pleased to present the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) fiscal year (FY) 2017 Budget Request of $794.2 million which includes funding for operations and grants to advance commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety throughout the nation. This includes a request for an...