FMCSA Clearinghouse Phase 2 enforcement may impact about 179,000 CDL holders who are in prohibited status for a drug or alcohol violation.
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.
Opposition from safety advocates could mean rough road to inclusion in highway bill.
Agency recommends repeating queries to ensure compliance.
High-profile accident leads to database aimed at keeping drug users off the road.
Sign up required to access database when it’s fully implemented on January 6.
Independent owner-operator group details how government clearinghouse will handle drug test results.
Hair follicle testing – once cleared for use in the federal database – could have the biggest effect on driver availability.
