80 FR 36894 - Hours of Service of Drivers: Renewal of Illumination Fireworks, LLC and ACE Pyro, LLC Exemptions From the 14-Hour Rule During Independence Day Celebrations
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 123 (June 26, 2015)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 123 (June 26, 2015)
| Page Range | 36894-36896 | |
| FR Document | 2015-15723 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 123 (Friday, June 26, 2015)] [Notices] [Pages 36894-36896] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-15723] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [Docket No. FMCSA-2014-0111] Hours of Service of Drivers: Renewal of Illumination Fireworks, LLC and ACE Pyro, LLC Exemptions From the 14-Hour Rule During Independence Day Celebrations AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of final disposition; grant of applications for exemptions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its decision to grant exemptions to Illumination Fireworks, LLC and ACE Pyro, LLC (the applicants) from the requirement that drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) must not drive a CMV following the 14th hour after coming on duty. The FMCSA renews the exemptions for drivers of approximately 50 CMVs employed by the applicants in conjunction with staging fireworks shows celebrating Independence Day during the period June 28-July 8, 2015, inclusive. During this period, the CMV drivers employed by the applicants will be allowed to exclude off-duty and sleeper-berth time of any length from the calculation of the 14 hours. These drivers will not be allowed to drive after accumulating a total of 14 hours of on-duty time, following 10 consecutive hours off duty, and will continue to be subject to the 11-hour driving time limit, and the 60- and 70-hour on-duty limits. The Agency has determined that the terms and conditions of the limited 1- year exemptions will ensure a level of safety equivalent to, or greater than, the level of safety achieved without the exemptions. DATES: These exemptions are effective during the period of June 28 (12:01 a.m.) through July 8, 2015 (11:59 p.m.). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Pearlie Robinson, Driver and Carrier Operations Division; Office of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards; Telephone: 202-366-4325, Email: [email protected], Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or comments submitted to notice requesting public comments on the exemption application, go to www.regulations.gov at any time or visit Room W12-140 on the ground level of the West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The on-line Federal document management system is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year. The docket number is listed at the beginning of this notice. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The hours-of-service (HOS) rule in 49 CFR 395.3(a)(2) prohibits a property-carrying CMV driver from driving a CMV after the 14th hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty. FMCSA has authority under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315 to grant exemptions from certain parts of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). FMCSA must publish a notice of each exemption request in the Federal Register (49 CFR 381.315(a)). The Agency must provide the public an opportunity to inspect the information relevant to the application, including any safety analyses that have been conducted. The Agency must also provide an opportunity for public comment on the request. The Agency reviews safety analyses and public comments submitted, and determines whether granting the exemption would likely achieve a level of safety equivalent to, or greater than, the level that would be achieved by the current regulation (49 CFR 381.305). The decision of the Agency must be published in the Federal Register (49 CFR 381.315(b)) with the reasons for denying or granting the application and, if granted, the name of the person or class of persons receiving the exemption, and the regulatory provision from which the exemption is granted. The notice must also specify the effective period and explain the terms and conditions of the exemption. The exemption may be renewed (49 CFR 381.300(b)). Request for Exemption The initial exemption application from Illumination Fireworks, LLC (USDOT 2326703) and ACE Pyro, LLC (USDOT 1352892) (the applicants) for relief from the HOS rule was submitted in 2014; a copy is in the docket. That document fully described the nature of operations encountered by CMV drivers employed by the applicants. On June 28, 2014, the Agency granted the applicants' exemptions from the HOS regulation that prohibits drivers from operating property-carrying CMVs after the 14th hour after coming on duty. The exemption expired on July 8, 2014. On October 14, 2014, FMCSA published notice of the applicants' renewal request (79 FR 61687). The applicants are fireworks display companies that employ CMV drivers who hold commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) with hazardous materials (HM) endorsements to transport Division 1.3G and 1.4G explosives (fireworks) in conjunction with the setup of fireworks shows for Independence Day. The applicants seek exemptions from the 14-hour rule in 49 CFR 395.3(a)(2) so that drivers would be allowed to exclude off-duty and sleeper-berth time of any length from the calculation of the 14 hours. The applicants state they are seeking HOS exemptions for the 2015 Independence Day period because compliance with the 14-hour rule would impose economic hardship on cities, municipalities, and themselves. Complying with the existing regulations means most shows would require two drivers, significantly increasing the cost of the fireworks display. The applicants assert that without the extra duty-period provided by the exemption, safety would decline because fireworks drivers would be unable to return to their home base after each show should they have fireworks remaining after the display. They would be forced to park the CMVs carrying Division 1.3G and 1.4G explosives in areas less secure than the motor carriers' home base. Method To Ensure an Equivalent or Greater Level of Safety As a condition for maintaining the exemptions, each motor carrier will be required to notify FMCSA within 5 business days of any accident (as defined in 49 CFR 390.5) involving the operation of any CMVs under this exemption. The applicants advise they have never been in an accident. In the exemption request, the applicants asserted that the operational demands of this unique industry minimize the risks of CMV crashes. In the last few days before the Independence Day holiday, these drivers transport fireworks over relatively short routes from distribution points to the site of the fireworks display, and normally do so in the early morning when traffic is light. The applicants noted that during the 2014 Independence Day season, the furthest Illumination Fireworks or ACE Pyro CMVs traveled from their home bases was 150 miles, which involves a very [[Page 36895]] small amount of driving. At the site, they spend considerable time installing, wiring, and safety-checking the fireworks displays, followed by several hours of duty in the late afternoon and early evening prior to the event. During this time, the drivers are able to rest and nap, thereby reducing or eliminating the fatigue accumulated during the day. Before beginning another duty day, these drivers must take 10 consecutive hours off duty, the same as other CMV drivers. A copy of the application for the exemptions is available for review in the docket for this notice. Public Comments Two comments were received in response to the October 14 notice. The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (Advocates) and Ms. Lisa Kupsey opposed the application. The Advocates said that ``its arguments against the granting of the present exemption are almost identical to those provided in prior comments regarding similar applications for exemption filed by the APA. Because the present application relies almost entirely upon the APA exemption application process as a foundation for its application, Advocates sees no need to restate the arguments in their entirety.'' Ms. Kupsey commented ``Is this business that necessary that it has to allow its employees to be `exempt'? Probably not.'' All comments are available for review in the docket for this notice. FMCSA Response to Public Comments and Agency Decision Prior to publishing the Federal Register notice announcing the receipt of the applicants' exemption request, FMCSA ensured that the motor carriers involved have a current USDOT registration, Hazardous Materials Safety Permit, minimum required levels of insurance, and were not subject to any ``imminent hazard'' or other OOS orders. The Agency conducted a comprehensive investigation of the safety performance history of each applicant during the review process. As part of this process, FMCSA reviewed its Motor Carrier Management Information System safety records, including inspection and accident reports submitted to FMCSA by State agencies, for each applicant motor carrier. The Agency also requested and received a records review of each carrier from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). FMCSA reviewed the comments and concluded that the information provided by Ms. Kupsey did not address this notice. With regards to Advocates' suggestion that the applicants should have alternative means to comply with the HOS regulations without an exemption, FMCSA does not believe reasonable alternatives are necessarily available in many locations. Such alternatives would include locating additional drivers with CDLs and HM endorsements. This is difficult for part-time, holiday-specific work. CDL holders with HM endorsements are likely to be in high demand, given the Transportation Security Administration requirements for such drivers. And, as indicated in this notice and the application, potential alternatives could drive the cost of fireworks displays beyond the financial capabilities of many communities. The FMCSA has evaluated the application, the safety records of the companies to which the exemption would apply, and the comments. The Agency believes that the applicants will likely achieve a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than, the level of safety achieved without the exemption [49 CFR 381.305(a)], and grants the requested exemptions covering the operations of the CMV drivers employed by the applicants. Terms and Conditions of the Exemptions Period of the Exemptions These exemptions are effective during the period of June 28 (12:01 a.m.) through July 8, 2015 (11:59 p.m.). Extent of the Exemptions The drivers employed by the applicants are provided an exemption from the requirements of 49 CFR 395.3(a)(2). This regulation prohibits a driver from driving a CMV after the 14th hour after coming on duty and does not permit off-duty periods to extend the 14-hour limit. Drivers covered by the exemptions may exclude off-duty and sleeper- berth time of any length from the calculation of the 14-hour limit. The exemptions are contingent on each driver driving no more than 11 hours in the 14-hour period after coming on duty as extended by any off-duty or sleeper-berth time in accordance with this exemption. The exemptions are further contingent on each driver having a minimum of 10 consecutive hours off duty prior to beginning a new duty period. The carriers and drivers must comply with all other applicable requirements of the FMCSRs (49 CFR parts 350-399) and Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR parts 105-180). Other Conditions The exemptions are contingent upon each carrier maintaining USDOT registration, a Hazardous Materials Safety Permit, minimum levels of public liability insurance, and not being subject to any ``imminent hazard'' or other out-of-service (OOS) order issued by FMCSA. Each driver covered by the exemptions must maintain a valid CDL with the required endorsements, not be subject to any OOS order or suspension of driving privileges, and meet all physical qualifications required by 49 CFR part 391. Drivers operating under an exemption must carry a copy of the exemption document onboard the vehicle for review by any law enforcement officer. Preemption During the period the exemptions are in effect, no State may enforce any law or regulation that conflicts with or is inconsistent with the exemptions with respect to a person or entity operating under the exemptions (49 U.S.C. 31315(d)). FMCSA Accident Notification Exempt motor carriers must notify FMCSA by email to [email protected] within 5 business days of any accidents (as defined by 49 CFR 390.5) involving the operation of any of its CMVs while under this exemption. The notification must include the following information: a. Exemption Identifier: ``ILLUM/ACE'' b. Name and USDOT number of the motor carrier, c. Date of the accident, d. City or town, and State, in which the accident occurred, or which is closest to the scene of the accident, e. Driver's name and driver's license number, f. Vehicle number and State license number, g. Number of individuals suffering physical injury, h. Number of fatalities, i. The police-reported cause of the accident, j. Whether the driver was cited for violation of any traffic laws, or motor carrier safety regulations, and k. The total driving time and the total on-duty time of the CMV driver at the time of the accident. Termination The FMCSA does not believe the two motor carriers and approximately 50 drivers covered by the exemptions will experience any deterioration of their [[Page 36896]] safety record. However, should this occur, FMCSA will take all steps necessary to protect the public interest, including revocation of the exemptions. The FMCSA will immediately revoke the exemptions for failure to comply with its terms and conditions. Issued on: June 8, 2015. T. F. Scott Darling III, Chief Counsel. [FR Doc. 2015-15723 Filed 6-25-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-EX-P
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Issued under the authority delegated in 49 Docket: For access to the docket to applicants’ exemptions from the HOS
CFR 1.87 on: June 19, 2015. read background documents or regulation that prohibits drivers from
G. Kelly Regal, comments submitted to notice operating property-carrying CMVs after
Associate Administrator, Office of Research requesting public comments on the the 14th hour after coming on duty. The
and Information Technology. exemption application, go to exemption expired on July 8, 2014.
[FR Doc. 2015–15722 Filed 6–25–15; 8:45 am] www.regulations.gov at any time or visit On October 14, 2014, FMCSA
BILLING CODE 4910–EX–P Room W12–140 on the ground level of published notice of the applicants’
the West Building, 1200 New Jersey renewal request (79 FR 61687). The
Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 applicants are fireworks display
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION a.m. and 5 p.m., ET, Monday through companies that employ CMV drivers
Friday, except Federal holidays. The on- who hold commercial driver’s licenses
Federal Motor Carrier Safety line Federal document management (CDLs) with hazardous materials (HM)
Administration system is available 24 hours each day, endorsements to transport Division 1.3G
[Docket No. FMCSA–2014–0111] 365 days each year. The docket number and 1.4G explosives (fireworks) in
is listed at the beginning of this notice. conjunction with the setup of fireworks
Hours of Service of Drivers: Renewal SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: shows for Independence Day. The
of Illumination Fireworks, LLC and applicants seek exemptions from the 14-
ACE Pyro, LLC Exemptions From the Background hour rule in 49 CFR 395.3(a)(2) so that
14-Hour Rule During Independence The hours-of-service (HOS) rule in 49 drivers would be allowed to exclude off-
Day Celebrations CFR 395.3(a)(2) prohibits a property- duty and sleeper-berth time of any
carrying CMV driver from driving a length from the calculation of the 14
AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety hours. The applicants state they are
CMV after the 14th hour after coming on
Administration (FMCSA), DOT. seeking HOS exemptions for the 2015
duty following 10 consecutive hours off
ACTION: Notice of final disposition; grant duty. FMCSA has authority under 49 Independence Day period because
of applications for exemptions. U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315 to grant compliance with the 14-hour rule would
SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its exemptions from certain parts of the impose economic hardship on cities,
decision to grant exemptions to Federal Motor Carrier Safety municipalities, and themselves.
Illumination Fireworks, LLC and ACE Regulations (FMCSRs). FMCSA must Complying with the existing regulations
Pyro, LLC (the applicants) from the publish a notice of each exemption means most shows would require two
requirement that drivers of commercial request in the Federal Register (49 CFR drivers, significantly increasing the cost
motor vehicles (CMVs) must not drive a 381.315(a)). The Agency must provide of the fireworks display.
CMV following the 14th hour after the public an opportunity to inspect the The applicants assert that without the
coming on duty. The FMCSA renews information relevant to the application, extra duty-period provided by the
the exemptions for drivers of including any safety analyses that have exemption, safety would decline
approximately 50 CMVs employed by been conducted. The Agency must also because fireworks drivers would be
the applicants in conjunction with provide an opportunity for public unable to return to their home base after
staging fireworks shows celebrating comment on the request. each show should they have fireworks
Independence Day during the period The Agency reviews safety analyses remaining after the display. They would
June 28–July 8, 2015, inclusive. During and public comments submitted, and be forced to park the CMVs carrying
this period, the CMV drivers employed determines whether granting the Division 1.3G and 1.4G explosives in
by the applicants will be allowed to exemption would likely achieve a level areas less secure than the motor carriers’
exclude off-duty and sleeper-berth time of safety equivalent to, or greater than, home base.
of any length from the calculation of the the level that would be achieved by the
Method To Ensure an Equivalent or
14 hours. These drivers will not be current regulation (49 CFR 381.305).
Greater Level of Safety
allowed to drive after accumulating a The decision of the Agency must be
published in the Federal Register (49 As a condition for maintaining the
total of 14 hours of on-duty time,
CFR 381.315(b)) with the reasons for exemptions, each motor carrier will be
following 10 consecutive hours off duty,
denying or granting the application and, required to notify FMCSA within 5
and will continue to be subject to the
if granted, the name of the person or business days of any accident (as
11-hour driving time limit, and the 60-
class of persons receiving the defined in 49 CFR 390.5) involving the
and 70-hour on-duty limits. The Agency
exemption, and the regulatory provision operation of any CMVs under this
has determined that the terms and
from which the exemption is granted. exemption. The applicants advise they
conditions of the limited 1-year
The notice must also specify the have never been in an accident.
exemptions will ensure a level of safety In the exemption request, the
equivalent to, or greater than, the level effective period and explain the terms
and conditions of the exemption. The applicants asserted that the operational
of safety achieved without the demands of this unique industry
exemptions. exemption may be renewed (49 CFR
381.300(b)). minimize the risks of CMV crashes. In
DATES: These exemptions are effective the last few days before the
during the period of June 28 (12:01 a.m.) Request for Exemption Independence Day holiday, these
through July 8, 2015 (11:59 p.m.). The initial exemption application drivers transport fireworks over
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. from Illumination Fireworks, LLC relatively short routes from distribution
Pearlie Robinson, Driver and Carrier (USDOT 2326703) and ACE Pyro, LLC points to the site of the fireworks
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Operations Division; Office of Carrier, (USDOT 1352892) (the applicants) for display, and normally do so in the early
Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards; relief from the HOS rule was submitted morning when traffic is light. The
Telephone: 202–366–4325, Email: in 2014; a copy is in the docket. That applicants noted that during the 2014
MCPSD@dot.gov, Federal Motor Carrier document fully described the nature of Independence Day season, the furthest
Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey operations encountered by CMV drivers Illumination Fireworks or ACE Pyro
Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590– employed by the applicants. On June 28, CMVs traveled from their home bases
0001. 2014, the Agency granted the was 150 miles, which involves a very
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small amount of driving. At the site, FMCSA reviewed the comments and parts 350–399) and Hazardous Materials
they spend considerable time installing, concluded that the information Regulations (49 CFR parts 105–180).
wiring, and safety-checking the provided by Ms. Kupsey did not address
Other Conditions
fireworks displays, followed by several this notice.
hours of duty in the late afternoon and With regards to Advocates’ suggestion The exemptions are contingent upon
early evening prior to the event. During that the applicants should have each carrier maintaining USDOT
this time, the drivers are able to rest and alternative means to comply with the registration, a Hazardous Materials
nap, thereby reducing or eliminating the HOS regulations without an exemption, Safety Permit, minimum levels of public
fatigue accumulated during the day. FMCSA does not believe reasonable liability insurance, and not being
Before beginning another duty day, alternatives are necessarily available in subject to any ‘‘imminent hazard’’ or
these drivers must take 10 consecutive many locations. Such alternatives other out-of-service (OOS) order issued
hours off duty, the same as other CMV would include locating additional by FMCSA. Each driver covered by the
drivers. drivers with CDLs and HM exemptions must maintain a valid CDL
A copy of the application for the endorsements. This is difficult for part- with the required endorsements, not be
exemptions is available for review in the time, holiday-specific work. CDL subject to any OOS order or suspension
docket for this notice. holders with HM endorsements are of driving privileges, and meet all
likely to be in high demand, given the physical qualifications required by 49
Public Comments Transportation Security Administration CFR part 391. Drivers operating under
Two comments were received in requirements for such drivers. And, as an exemption must carry a copy of the
response to the October 14 notice. The indicated in this notice and the exemption document onboard the
Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety application, potential alternatives could vehicle for review by any law
(Advocates) and Ms. Lisa Kupsey drive the cost of fireworks displays enforcement officer.
opposed the application. beyond the financial capabilities of Preemption
The Advocates said that ‘‘its many communities.
arguments against the granting of the The FMCSA has evaluated the During the period the exemptions are
present exemption are almost identical application, the safety records of the in effect, no State may enforce any law
to those provided in prior comments companies to which the exemption or regulation that conflicts with or is
regarding similar applications for would apply, and the comments. The inconsistent with the exemptions with
exemption filed by the APA. Because Agency believes that the applicants will respect to a person or entity operating
the present application relies almost likely achieve a level of safety that is under the exemptions (49 U.S.C.
entirely upon the APA exemption equivalent to, or greater than, the level 31315(d)).
application process as a foundation for of safety achieved without the FMCSA Accident Notification
its application, Advocates sees no need exemption [49 CFR 381.305(a)], and
grants the requested exemptions Exempt motor carriers must notify
to restate the arguments in their
covering the operations of the CMV FMCSA by email to MCPSD@DOT.GOV
entirety.’’
drivers employed by the applicants. within 5 business days of any accidents
Ms. Kupsey commented
(as defined by 49 CFR 390.5) involving
‘‘Is this business that necessary that it Terms and Conditions of the the operation of any of its CMVs while
has to allow its employees to be Exemptions under this exemption. The notification
‘exempt’? Probably not.’’ must include the following information:
All comments are available for review Period of the Exemptions
a. Exemption Identifier: ‘‘ILLUM/
in the docket for this notice. These exemptions are effective during ACE’’
FMCSA Response to Public Comments the period of June 28 (12:01 a.m.) b. Name and USDOT number of the
and Agency Decision through July 8, 2015 (11:59 p.m.). motor carrier,
Extent of the Exemptions c. Date of the accident,
Prior to publishing the Federal d. City or town, and State, in which
Register notice announcing the receipt The drivers employed by the the accident occurred, or which is
of the applicants’ exemption request, applicants are provided an exemption closest to the scene of the accident,
FMCSA ensured that the motor carriers from the requirements of 49 CFR e. Driver’s name and driver’s license
involved have a current USDOT 395.3(a)(2). This regulation prohibits a number,
registration, Hazardous Materials Safety driver from driving a CMV after the 14th f. Vehicle number and State license
Permit, minimum required levels of hour after coming on duty and does not number,
insurance, and were not subject to any permit off-duty periods to extend the g. Number of individuals suffering
‘‘imminent hazard’’ or other OOS 14-hour limit. Drivers covered by the physical injury,
orders. The Agency conducted a exemptions may exclude off-duty and h. Number of fatalities,
comprehensive investigation of the sleeper-berth time of any length from i. The police-reported cause of the
safety performance history of each the calculation of the 14-hour limit. The accident,
applicant during the review process. As exemptions are contingent on each j. Whether the driver was cited for
part of this process, FMCSA reviewed driver driving no more than 11 hours in violation of any traffic laws, or motor
its Motor Carrier Management the 14-hour period after coming on duty carrier safety regulations, and
Information System safety records, as extended by any off-duty or sleeper- k. The total driving time and the total
including inspection and accident berth time in accordance with this on-duty time of the CMV driver at the
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reports submitted to FMCSA by State exemption. The exemptions are further time of the accident.
agencies, for each applicant motor contingent on each driver having a
carrier. The Agency also requested and minimum of 10 consecutive hours off Termination
received a records review of each carrier duty prior to beginning a new duty The FMCSA does not believe the two
from the Pipeline and Hazardous period. The carriers and drivers must motor carriers and approximately 50
Materials Safety Administration comply with all other applicable drivers covered by the exemptions will
(PHMSA). requirements of the FMCSRs (49 CFR experience any deterioration of their
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safety record. However, should this Type of Review: Revision of a Information and Regulatory Affairs,
occur, FMCSA will take all steps currently approved collection. Office of Management and Budget, Attn:
necessary to protect the public interest, Title: Excise Tax Return—Alcohol and VA Desk Officer; 725 17th St. NW.,
including revocation of the exemptions. Tobacco (Puerto Rico). Washington, DC 20503 or sent through
The FMCSA will immediately revoke Form: TTB F 5000.25. electronic mail to oira_submission@
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T. F. Scott Darling III, products, and cigarette papers and tubes
on TTB F 5000.25. TTB uses this form FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Chief Counsel. Crystal Rennie, Enterprise Records
to identify the taxpayer and to
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Treasury PRA Clearance Officer. Certification of Change or Correction of
AGENCY: Department of the Treasury. Name Government Life Insurance, VA
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The Department of the Treasury will OMB Control Number: 2900–0679.
submit the following information Type of Review: Revision of a
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Notices | |
| Action | Notice of final disposition; grant of applications for exemptions. | |
| Dates | These exemptions are effective during the period of June 28 (12:01 a.m.) through July 8, 2015 (11:59 p.m.). | |
| Contact | Mrs. Pearlie Robinson, Driver and Carrier Operations Division; Office of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards; Telephone: 202-366-4325, Email: [email protected], Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001. | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 36894 |
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