7. FMCSA CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
What is the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse?
In 2021, FMCSA launched the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, which is a national database to identify CDL drivers with failed drug screen results from previous employment. Prior to the Clearinghouse, failed employment drug screens could go unreported, allowing truck drivers to change carriers without the new company having knowledge of the failed drug screen. Since 2024, state licensing agencies have been required to remove CDL privileges from drivers listed in a “prohibited” status on the Clearinghouse. As of July 2025, 190,000 drivers were in a prohibited status with a downgraded license (unable to work until they complete Return to Duty requirements).
With more drivers leaving the workforce due to FMCSA’s targeted safety programs and increased enforcement, flatbed trucking capacity will continue to tighten.
What is PGT Trucking’s Solution?
PGT performs a mandatory Clearinghouse check on all incoming drivers before they attend our Orientation and Training program, and we require two drug screens prior to employment: urine analysis (DOT requirement) and hair follicle (beyond DOT requirements).
