***MAINE GOES LIVE JUNE 9th, 2025***
What’s Changing?
- Your Medical Examiner must transmit your exam results electronically to FMCSA. The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles is not able to accept a paper copy after June 9, 2025.
- The paper Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) may still be given to you, but the electronic record is what matters for your driving qualification.
- You are no longer required to self-certify upon med card renewals. You are still required to self-certify at the time of CDL renewal, duplicate issuance, transfer, upgrade, or when a change in driving type is necessary.
Key Implications for CDL Drivers
✅ Prior to Your Examination:
- Ensure that your medical examiner is currently listed on the FMCSA National Registry. You can verify this at: https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov
- Plan examinations in advance to allow sufficient time for electronic processing and submission.
✅ Following Your Examination:
- The medical examiner must submit your medical certification results electronically to FMCSA by midnight the day after completing the examination.
✅Self-Certification:
- Confirm the medical examiner selected the correct driving type that accurately reflects your operation in accordance with the applicable Federal Motor Carrier Regulations (FMCSRs).
- The driver must self-certify that they meet the following medical requirements contained in Section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
Why This Matters
- Ensures that all CDL drivers are properly certified in accordance with national safety standards.
- Reduces the risk of fraudulent or outdated documentation.
- Helps maintain the validity of your CDL and medical qualifications without interruption.
For Additional Information
If you have questions regarding how these changes may affect your CDL status or medical certification, please contact your employer, the BMV CDL Unit 207-624-9000 ext. 52122, or the FMCSA Medical Unit at 202-366-4001