FMCSA Extends NRII Waiver for Paper Medical Examiner Certificates (MECs)

On Friday, April 10th, FMCSA Extended the National Registry Integration Initiative until October 11, 2026.

The waiver allows "interstate commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders, commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders, and motor carriers to continue relying on a paper copy of the medical examiner’s certificate as proof of a driver’s medical certification for up to 60 days after the date the medical examiner’s certificate is issued. The exemption is in effect April 11, 2026 – October 11, 2026."

The full exemption document can be viewed here: here.