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When to Call a Substance Abuse Professional: A Guide for DOT Covered Employers
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulation, the Role of an SAP or the Return-To-Duty process, ASK A SAP!" DOT regulated employers often ask the same question after a drug or alcohol violation occurs: When do we call a Substance Abuse Professional? The answer is clear. A Substance Abuse Professional, commonly referred to as a SAP, is required after a DO
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Jan 285 min read
DOT Marijuana Rescheduling Update: What Safety Sensitive Employees and Employers Need To Know
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulation, the Role of an SAP or the Return-To-Duty process, ASK A SAP!" An update on the December 2025 Executive Order on marijuana rescheduling and what it means for DOT regulated employers and safety sensitive transportation workers. Marijuana remains a prohibited substance under DOT rules, and all 49 CFR Part 40 re
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Dec 19, 20253 min read
U.S. DOT Clarifies Passenger Rights During Aircraft Recalls: What Travelers Need to Know in 2025
The U.S. Department of Transportation has confirmed that airlines are not required to provide meals, hotels, or other reimbursements when flights are disrupted by aircraft recalls or safety directives. Here is what passengers can expect, how current rules work, and what actions travelers can take after a cancellation or long delay. Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT Alcohol & D
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Dec 11, 20255 min read
FMCSA Cracks Down on Training Providers: What Safety-Sensitive Employers Must Know About the 2025 TPR Enforcement Surge
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulation, the Role of an SAP or the Return-To-Duty process, ASK A SAP!" The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has intensified enforcement of its Training Provider Registry (TPR) under the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule. In 2025 alone, the agency removed 244 training providers from the natio
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Nov 12, 20253 min read
Federal Court Halts Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Non-Domiciled CDL Rule: What Employers and SAPs Need to Know Now
Federal court temporarily blocks FMCSA’s emergency rule on non-domiciled CDLs, creating uncertainty for carriers, state licensing agencies, and safety-sensitive employers. On 10 November 2025, a federal appeals court issued an administrative stay of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) interim final rule (IFR) restricting issuance and renewal of non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and commercial learner’s permits (CLPs). This action introduc
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Nov 12, 20254 min read
Do DOT Regulations Provide Exemptions for Alcohol and Drug Testing During Ramadan? A Clear Breakdown
Fasting for Ramadan doesn’t exempt safety-sensitive employees from DOT drug testing. Learn what federal rules actually say, what employers can do, and how to navigate testing during religious observances. Ramadan, a sacred month of fasting for millions of Muslims worldwide, presents unique challenges for employees working in safety-sensitive roles regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). A common misconception is that religious fasting automatically exempts w
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Oct 21, 20255 min read
Shutdown Showdown 2025: Republicans Control Washington, But Both Parties Point Fingers
A Standoff in Washington On Friday, 1 October 2025 , the federal government officially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding...
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Oct 8, 20254 min read
U.S. DOT Issues Major Overhaul to DBE / ACDBE Program — What You Need to Know
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Oct 4, 20254 min read
What the FMCSA’s 2025 MC Number Phase-Out Means for Trucking, Brokers & Fleets
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Sep 29, 20253 min read
Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces Emergency Action to Restrict Non-Domiciled CDLs
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Sep 29, 20253 min read
Can a Driver Complete a Return-to-Duty (RTD) Test Without an Employer?
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Sep 23, 20253 min read
U.S. Health Benefit Costs Set to Soar in 2026 — Here’s What It Means for Workers and Employers
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Sep 9, 20253 min read
Trump Administration Nixes Airline Delay Compensation Rule
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Sep 5, 20253 min read
The One Big Beautiful Bill or Just Trumpery? A Closer Look at H.R. 1 and Who It Really Serves
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Jul 8, 20252 min read
DOT Launches “Pro‑Trucker Package” to Boost Safety and Cut Red Tape
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Jun 29, 20252 min read
FMCSA Goes Digital: What CDL Drivers and Medical Examiners Need to Know About the New Electronic Medical Certification Rule
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Jun 23, 20253 min read
New English Proficiency Rule Could Sideline Commercial Drivers Beginning 25 June 2025
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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Jun 16, 20252 min read
The Designated Employer Representative (DER): A Key to DOT Compliance
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to DOT...
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May 18, 20253 min read
CVSA to Enforce English Proficiency in Out-of-Service Criteria
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Susbtance Abuse Professional (SAP) located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions pertaining to...
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May 11, 20252 min read
Marijuana Reclassification: Implications for DOT-Regulated Drug Testing
Abby Willroth is a NAADAC-qualified Substance Abuse Professional located in Central Arkansas. "If you have questions concerning the DOT...
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May 6, 20252 min read
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