FMCSA Extends UCR Fee Comment Deadline to Help Carriers Review 2027 Increase

Key Details The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended the comment period for proposed Unified Carrier Registration fees through May 26, 2026. The original deadline of May 7 was pushed back at the request of the Small Business in Transportation Coalition to give carriers more time to review documentation on the fee calculations. What's Changing FMCSA proposed a 20% average UCR fee increase for the 2027 registration year. Individual increases will vary between $9 and $9,329 depending on fee brackets. No changes are planned for 2026 registration fees. Why It Matters The fee hike is needed to cover a $21.79 million shortfall and generate $118 million total revenue for state motor carrier safety programs and UCR administration. FMCSA notes that even with the increase, 2027 fees will remain lower than rates charged from 2019 through 2022. Next Steps Drivers and carriers should submit public comments before May 26, 2026. Review the FMCSA notice for detailed fee tables by carrier classification and access the supporting documentation for your specific bracket.