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GA HB997

Bill

Status

Passed

4/22/2024

Primary Sponsor

John Corbett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends O.C.G.A. § 40-5-151 to require automatic disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle when the Georgia Department of Driver Services receives notification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of a positive drug test, an adulterated or substituted drug test, or a refusal to submit to testing
  • Disqualification is triggered in accordance with federal regulations under 49 C.F.R. Parts 382, 383, and 384
  • Reinstatement of commercial driving privileges is permitted upon the department receiving clearance notification from the FMCSA in accordance with 49 C.F.R. Parts 382 and 383
  • Passed both the Georgia House and Senate, sponsored by Representatives Corbett (174th), Ridley (6th), Hitchens (161st), Prince (132nd), and Powell (33rd)

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; require disqualification to operate a commercial motor vehicle upon receipt of notification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration of a positive drug test

Last Action

Effective Date 2024-07-01

4/22/2024

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/13/2024
Motor Vehicles1/24/2024

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