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DOT Reinforces Substance Abuse Professionals Responsibilities in Testing for the Federal Drug, Alcohol Program
March 04, 2026

WASHINGTON, March 4 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued a notification to reinforce the responsibilities of substance abuse professionals (SAPs) within the federal drug and alcohol testing program. Acting as gatekeepers, SAPs evaluate employees who have violated testing regulations before they can return to safety-sensitive functions.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) noted concerns regarding the quality of the return-to-duty process. Issues identified inclu . . .

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