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05/25/2026

05/02/2026

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This afternoon, President Trump signed an Executive Order to reschedule ma*****na. While the ramifications are yet to be seen, a provision in the order suggests that the President supports a safety carve-out that allows continued THC testing for safety-sensitive employees in the nation's transportat...

05/02/2026

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UPDATE (2:13 p.m.) -- EP Texas Trucking sent ABC-7 the following statement in response to Attorney General Paxton opening an investigation into the school: "We are aware of the concerns raised and take them seriously. Our school is committed to full compliance with all applicable state and federal s...

04/25/2026

Please understand that this order will not affect DOT safety sensitive drivers/operators. This is going to cause confusion because the Trump administration says it won’t effect existing Federal policies like DOT Regulations but they are talking out both sides of their mouth because moving it to a schedule 3 drug definitely conflicts with what the DOT drug testing policy states.

I’m certain that NDASA will ensure this gets addressed with their call to clear up confusion.

For all of our customers- please make sure your employees understand what this means for them. We saw a rash of drivers get caught up in this when Trump initially signed his executive order.

A misunderstanding like this can be the difference between losing a good driver/employee simply because they believe the propaganda this administration spouts in regards to THC.

CREDIT:NDASA

The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) is calling on the Trump Administration and Congress to take immediate action to protect public safety following a recent U.S. Department of Justice order rescheduling certain ma*****na products to a lower federal drug classification.

NDASA warns that this action creates confusion and uncertainty regarding the continued authority for drug testing of safety-sensitive employees who operate on the nation’s roadways, in the skies, on waterways, and throughout public transportation systems.

“The general public deserves absolute certainty that school bus drivers, airline pilots, air traffic controllers, truck drivers, transit operators, mariners, pipeline operators, and other safety-sensitive workers are not impaired while performing their duties,” said Patrice M. Kelly, the longest-serving Director of the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Kelly added:
“This action creates confusion that could put transportation safety at risk. Immediate action is imperative to maintain safety through ma*****na testing for airline pilots, air traffic controllers, school bus drivers, truckers, transit operators, mariners, pipeline operators, and all other transportation safety-sensitive employees.”

Read our full statement:

NDASA Members and Public Safety Advocates, please share this statement widely. National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association Calls for Immediate Federal

04/04/2026

Drug of the Month: Benzodiazepines (Benzos)
CREDT:
by TSS, Inc. | Apr 1, 2026 | Substance Use |

Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a class of psychoactive drugs that act as central nervous system depressants to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. They work by enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA, producing sedation and muscle relaxation.

Common uses
Anxiety disorders: Short-term relief of severe anxiety.
Insomnia: Used for severe, disabling sleep problems.

Seizures: Used to treat epilepsy and manage seizures.
Medical procedures: Sedation before anesthesia.

Top 5 types of Benzodiazepines
Alprazolam (Xanax): Often used for panic disorder.
Diazepam (Va**um): Known for long-acting sedative effects.
Lorazepam (Ativan): Often used for anxiety and in emergency settings.
Clonazepam (Klonopin): Used for seizures and panic disorders.
Temazepam (Restoril): Primarily for insomnia.

Side effects
Common: Drowsiness, sedation, dizziness, and loss of balance.
Cognitive/mood: Confusion, amnesia, hostility, and irritability.
Physical: Headache, nausea, and, in rare cases, respiratory depression.

Although they take more time than barbiturates do to cause a reaction, benzodiazepines can still be addictive. People who have been on them for a long time also find it hard to stop taking them because of withdrawal symptoms, such as increased tension and anxiety, panic attacks, and hand tremors.

Benzodiazepine dependence involves physical dependence (body adapts to drug, causing withdrawal) and psychological dependence (emotional reliance). Types often categorized by usage patterns include dependence at prescribed therapeutic doses, patients escalating doses, and drug misusers. Shorter-acting benzos like Xanax often have higher misuse potential due to rapid effects and severe withdrawal. Dependence develops from tolerance, where higher doses are needed for the same effect, leading to withdrawal when use stops