FTA publishes Drug and Alcohol Updates Newsletter (issue #65 - April, 2018) 13th Annual Drug and Alcohol Program National Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL from May 8-10. Department of Transportation (DOT) publishes final rule effective January 1, 2018. Rule adds four semi-synthetic opioids. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approves revised Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form (CCF). Annual MIS Notification Letters sent to FTA grantees - 12/28 FTA requires employers that receive financial assistance from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and by contractors of those employers, to implement programs, as specified in 49 CFR Part 655, that are designed to help prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities resulting from the misuse of alcohol and use of prohibited drugs by employees who perform safety-sensitive functions. Updated: Friday, April 20, 2018
