ALEA Announces Changes for CDL Holders - Lowndes Signal

ALEA announces changes for CDL holders - Lowndes Signal

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is announcing two major updates impacting Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders and applicants across the state. These changes, aligned with federal guidelines and safety priorities, are aimed at improving road safety and streamlining certification processes.  Mandatory Electronic Submission of DOT Medical Certifications started June 23. As part of the implementation of Nation…

ALEA announces changes for CDL holders

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is announcing two major updates impacting Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders  and applicants across the state. These changes, aligned with federal guidelines and safety priorities, are aimed at improving road safety and streamlining certification processes.  Mandatory Electronic Submission of DOT Medical Certifications started June 23. As part of the implementation of Natio…

FMCSA implements electronic medical certification rule

As of Monday, June 23, truck drivers and CDL applicants no longer have to submit a paper Medical Examiner’s Certificate to their state’s driver’s license agency -- at least in 37 states who are up and running with the new system. Find out where you'll still need the paper certificate here.

'Outdated' paper med cards phased out as FMCSA's digital medical certification rule now in effect

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) officially launched a new electronic transmission process for commercial vehicle driver medical exams in an effort to reduce fraud and “hassle” for truck drivers. Major Changes To Truck Driver Medical Certification Process Effective Monday, June 23, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Medical Examiner’s Certification Integration (NRII) rule went into effect, “marking a major adv…