Small Entities
This section of our Web site is particularly intended to provide small entities with information to help them effectively participate in DOT's rulemaking process and implement any final rules that apply to them.
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This site provides links to other sites that may be useful to those interested in DOT's regulatory activities.
Economic Values Used in Analyses
Economic analyses are required for all proposed (including advance notices of proposed rulemaking) and final rulemaking actions, not just for major or economically significant rulemakings. The DOT uses the following values to prepare its economic analyses.
Rulemaking Requirements
The document is a summary of the requirements imposed on DOT as it implements its responsibilities for rulemaking. This document was originally prepared for DOT professionals who are involved in the rulemaking process.
Regulatory Responsibilities and Contacts
The following is a list of DOT's Operating Administrations, the Office of the Secretary (OST), and their regulatory responsibilities. Click on the Operating Administration/OST names to be directed to their regulatory Web sites. This information should help you identify the DOT agency...
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The Department's pro bono policy encourages employees to provide pro bono legal service within their communities. To implement the Department's policy, former General Counsel Kirk K. Van Tine established the Pro Bono Services Committee. The Committee seeks to promote pro bono legal...
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Legal Documents of Interest to the PublicFrom time to time, the Office of the General Counsel generates documents, such as legal opinions and interpretations, that may be of interest to the public and helpful in understanding law and regulations pertinent to transportation. A selection...