ATA has “serious concerns” with HHS proposal, saying it adds burden for carriers already using hair testing.
Nearly 45,000 drivers predicted to be shut out in 2020 due to drugs and alcohol.
FMCSA’s first detailed summary report also reveals high number of “limited” queries.
Startup’s request to extend driving limit and workday gets broad pushback.
“More work to do” as FMCSA closes in on 900,000 total registrants.
Temporary change could leave carriers vulnerable to disqualified drivers.
Drivers may receive more warnings, fewer walk-around inspections for violations.
Database of test results seen as rate booster while unseated trucks pose risk to operations.
Change from 25% on Jan. 1 estimated to raise annual industry costs by $50-70 million.
Splitting up enforcement deadlines for the rule could cost millions in benefits.
Potential for added employment costs for trucking companies down the road.
While the majority of truckers transitioned over to electronic logging devices, or ELDs, in their cabs to digitally track their daily driving hours over a year ago, some fleets that run automatic onboard recording devices, or AOBRDs, have until December 16, 2019, to make the switch.
