Truck driving and methadone?

Question

I was thinking about going to school for truck driving. I also take methadone legally. A few people told me you cant get a cdl license or drive a truck while on methadone then a few people told me they changed that law. Anybody know the facts? If its a state by state thing i live in MA

Answer 1

This is covered under the federal regs for CMV drivers. Here is the answer directly from the website for The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) -

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Can a driver be qualified if he is taking Methadone?

No. CMV drivers taking Methadone cannot be qualified.

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Question 4: Is a driver who is taking prescription methadone qualified to drive a CMV in interstate commerce?

Guidance: Methadone is a habit-forming narcotic which can produce drug dependence and is not an allowable drug for operators of CMVs.  

Answer 2

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