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FMCSA-reported drug-test violations grew 10% in 2021
The latest government data reveals that an increase in truckers testing positive for drugs in 2021 was driven by cocaine and marijuana.
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Truckers using cocaine more than marijuana, study finds
A truckload carrier-backed study finds cocaine and opioid abuse by truckers are underreported at FMCSA.
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Los camioneros consumen más cocaÃna que marihuana, según un estudio
Es necesario realizar pruebas de cabello obligatorias para corregir el subregistro del DOT, según el grupo de transportadores de carga de camiones
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Will team drivers need to be vaccinated or tested for COVID-19?
Last week’s conclusion that solo drivers aren’t under the vaccine rule is turning to this week’s questions about team drivers.
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Viewpoint: DOT ignoring key test to stop drug-impaired truckers
The FMCSA will still not disqualify a truck driver for failing a hair test for drug use.
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US drug clearinghouse predicted to launch 2020 capacity shakeout
Database of test results seen as rate booster while unseated trucks pose risk to operations.
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US senator pressures White House on mandatory hair testing
Legislation demands OMB and HHS estimate rule publication date.
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The for-hire trucking market does not have a driver shortage problem
There isn't a driver shortage. In fact, there is a glut of capacity on the road, and not enough freight to haul.
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Truck safety groups push Congress for speed limiter mandate
Speed limiter regulations sat idling under Bush and Obama, so truck safety groups now look to Congress - and Trump - to put it in…
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As fight over hair testing for drugs go on, HHS is up next as the key government player
A rule last year by DOT on testing trucking applicants for drugs specifically left hair testing out, but the HHS needs guidelines if the push…
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