On August 5, 2024, PennDOT began to use the FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a secure online system that helps monitor commercial drivers for drug and alcohol violations. You can learn more on our Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse page.
On August 28, 2023, PennDOT introduced a new CDL Skills Test for all CDL applicants. For details, visit our Modernized Commercial Driver License Skills Testing page.