Study suggests FMCSA is underreporting driver drug use
New research finds that truck drivers abuse cocaine more than marijuana, contrary to driver drug-use reports by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
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Marijuana use dominates positive drug tests of commercial drivers
A federal drug and alcohol clearinghouse implemented in January for commercial drivers reported nearly 40,500 positive drug tests through the end of September, with over…
US DOT issues warning advisory on CBD
“Safety-sensitive employees” regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation should be cautious when using products containing cannabidiol, marketed as CBD, because they also may contain…
First marijuana breathalyzer headed to market
Hound Labs of California has secured $30 million in financing to begin commercial manufacturing of what it says will be the first workable marijuana breathalyzer.
Court ruling favors company in medical marijuana case
Michigan’s Court of Appeals has ruled against a woman whose offer of conditional employment by a public entity was rescinded after she tested positive for…
Navigating conflicting state and federal marijuana laws
SAN ANTONIO – Marijuana is a prohibited substance for safety-sensitive motorcoach employees holding a commercial driver’s license, even if they’re in one of the many…
