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Subject Description
Airworthiness Directives How do I find the Airworthiness Directives online?
Animal Protection Who enforces the Federal Animal Welfare Act?
Aviation Regulations/Forms Where can I find FAA publications & forms?
Child Passenger Safety Where can I find child passenger safety information and laws for my state?
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Where can I find the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR's) online?
Cruise Ship Consumer Fact Sheet How are cruise ships regulated by U.S. agencies?
DOT Vehicle Regulations Where can I find information about DOT regulations for vehicles and parts?
Drug and Alcohol Policy Where can I find information about DOT drug and alcohol policy?
Fuel Economy Standards Can I comment on the proposal to increase light truck fuel economy standards?
International Driver's License What type of drivers license will I need while traveling abroad?
Limitation on Hazardous Materials commercial driver's licenses CDLs Where can I find information on restrictions on hazardous materials commercial driver's licenses?
Merchant Marines Information Center Where can I find information on U.S. Merchant Mariner licensing and documentation?
Proposed Legislation to Increase Hazardous Materials Safety Where do I find Federal Hazmat Transportation Law and proposed legislation?
Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) Where can I find information about Safe, Accountable, Flexible and Efficient Transportation Equity Act (SAFETEA)?
USDOT Numbers Where can I find information about an USDOT Number?

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