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Read. Follow. Verify.Public Comment Open: Drug and Alcohol Testing for Certain Commercial Drivers
Record date · August 22, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking public feedback on its data collection methods regarding drug and alcohol violation enforcement for drivers of s who do not hold a commercial driver's license (CDL). This notice is part of the standard federal process for reviewing and approving agency .
This notice invites public input on how the government tracks drug and alcohol testing data for specific commercial drivers, which may influence future enforcement procedures and reporting requirements for motor carriers.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Commercial motor vehicle drivers without a CDL
These drivers are the subject of the information collection activities regarding drug and alcohol violation enforcement.
Motor carriers
These entities are responsible for compliance with drug and alcohol testing regulations for their drivers.
Key Facts
- The FMCSA is requesting public comment on information collection activities related to drug and alcohol violation enforcement.
- The scope of this collection specifically concerns drivers of commercial motor vehicles who do not possess a commercial driver's license (CDL).
- The deadline for submitting public comments is August 22, 2026, at 3:59:59 UTC.
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