# FMCSA

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( **FMCSA**) was established within the Department of Transportation on January 1, 2000.  The FMCSA's primary mission is to prevent commercial motor vehicle-related fatalities and injuries. Activities of the Administration contribute to ensuring safety in motor carrier operations through strong enforcement of safety regulations; targeting high-risk carriers and commercial motor vehicle drivers; improving safety information systems and commercial motor vehicle technologies; strengthening commercial motor vehicle equipment and operating standards; and increasing safety awareness. To accomplish these activities, the Administration works with Federal, State, and local enforcement agencies, the motor carrier industry, labor and safety interest groups, and others.

- **Phone Number:** 800-832-5660
- **Business Hours:** M-F: 8am-11pm ET  
Saturday: 9am-4pm ET

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