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As an FMCSA owner-operator, you’re probably asking: What is a DOT consortium?  A DOT consortium is a federally required shared random drug and alcohol testing pool that helps owner-operators and small trucking companies to meet FMCSA compliance requirements. Consortia are managed by a Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (C/TPA) that handles random selections, recordkeeping, reporting, and other compliance […]

Effective January 8, 2026 — The Federal Railroad Administration has set minimum random testing rates for the new calendar year. Railroad carriers and contractors subject to FRA Part 219 regulations must meet these minimums across three employee categories: Covered Service, Maintenance-of-Way (MOW), and Mechanical (MECH). 2026 Rates at a Glance Covered Service Employees and Contractors […]

December 19, 2025 – On December 18th President Trump signed an Executive Order directing the Department of Justice to complete the rescheduling process of marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug.  The United States Department of Transportation’s Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance issued the following notice today in […]

FAA Announces 2026 Drug and Alcohol Testing Rates for Aviation Industry Written by azcdt on December 8, 2025. Posted in Drug Testing. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that the minimum random drug and alcohol testing rates for safety-sensitive aviation employees will remain unchanged for calendar year 2026. Published in the Federal Register on December […]

PHMSA Confirms 2026 Drug Testing Rate for Pipeline Industry Written by azcdt on December 8, 2025. Posted in Drug Testing. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has officially announced that the minimum annual random drug testing rate will remain at 50% for covered employees in the pipeline industry throughout calendar year 2026. Published […]

Why AZC Drug Testing is the Best Consortium For You Written by azcdt on December 5, 2025. Posted in Drug Testing. When it comes to choosing a DOT drug and alcohol testing consortium, the decision can feel overwhelming. With so many third-party administrators available, how do you know which one will truly protect your business and […]