CFR > Title 49 - Transportation > SUBTITLE B—Other Regulations Relating to Transportation > CHAPTER III—FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (Parts 300–399) > SUBCHAPTER B—FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS (Parts 350–399) > PART 350—COMMERCIAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM > SUBPART C—Funding (§350.301 to §350.345) > 350.345—How does a State apply for additional variances from the FMCSRs?

350.345—How does a State apply for additional variances from the FMCSRs?

Any State may apply to the Administrator for a variance from the FMCSRs for intrastate commerce. The variance will be granted only if the State satisfactorily demonstrates that the State law, regulation or enforcement practice:
(a) Achieves substantially the same purpose as the similar Federal regulation.
(b) Does not apply to interstate commerce.
(c) Is not likely to have an adverse impact on safety.