20.237 — Commercial Vehicle Information Systems and Networks/Safety
- Federal Agency:
- federal motor carrier safety administration (fmcsa), department of transportation
- Program Website:
- http://http:www.fmcsa.dot.gov
- Authorization:
- Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act—a Legacy for Users (SAFETEA LU), Section 4126, Public Law 109-59.
- Headquarters:
- Julie Otto, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, District of Columbia 20590 Email: julie.otto@dot.gov Phone: (202) 366-0710 Fax: (202) 366-7980.
Program Summary and Objectives
The Commercial Vehicle Information Systems and Networks (CVISN) Program is a key component of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) drive to improve commercial motor vehicle safety. The goals and objectives for the CVISN program include: 1. Improve highway safety by enabling safety inspectors to target resources on the high risk carriers, drivers, and vehicles. These changes are expected to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents that involve commercial vehicles. CVISN will also support future initiatives in security, recognizing that homeland security is a critical issue for the nation’s transportation system. 2. Streamline credentials and tax administration by enabling government agencies and motor carriers to conduct business transactions electronically, ... »read more reducing administrative costs, paperwork, and time. 3. Reduce congestion costs for motor carriers by automating vehicle screening systems to reduce delays at weigh stations and international border crossings. These changes are expected to improve freight mobility and reduce delivery costs. 4. Ensure regulatory compliance and equitable treatment as the program expands. Motor carrier compliance with credentials and tax regulations is expected to be less burdensome. Automated screening systems and better targeted safety inspections are expected to catch a greater number of non-compliant or unsafe drivers.
Examples of Projects Funded
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Program Accomplishments
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