Are social security numbers (SSNs) required to run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)?
Requirements to run an MVR can vary by state and can include a SSN, Driver's license number, employee name, date of birth, etc.
Do all trucking companies use Clearinghouse?
The Clearinghouse is required for all Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) drivers operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) on public roads, as well as for their employers and service agents. Examples include but aren’t limited to:
• Interstate and intrastate motor carriers, including passenger carriers
• School bus drivers
• Construction equipment operators
• Limousine drivers
• Municipal vehicle drivers (e.g., waste management vehicles)
• Federal and other organizations that employ drivers subject to FMCSA drug and alcohol testing regulations (e.g., Department of Defense, municipalities, school districts)
What is the fine/penalty structure for non-compliance to the lanternfly permits?
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, a citation matrix is in the making. The Pennsylvania SLF Quarantine Order states the following for those who are not in compliance with the required permit:
Criminal citation up to $300 per violation.
Civil penalty up to $20,000 per violation.
Revocation of permit or compliance agreement if PDA determines the holder has not complied.
For more information, you can view the Quarantine Order
What is an MVR?
A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) pulls information regarding a driver’s history from a state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This is part of the background check process for those who work in the transportation industry that aims to help employers hire applicants who have a reliable driving record and maintain safety and compliance on our roads.