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<b>Autonomous Trucks</b> vs Rail: The Battle for Middle Mile Freight
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House panel expresses bipartisan support for highway bill
House panel expresses bipartisan support for highway bill A level of bipartisanship rarely seen anymore was on display as the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee held the first markup of its five-year surface transportation reauthorization. The initial version of the five-year, $580 billion bill was unveiled earlier this week by Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-Mo.). Known as the “BUILD America 250 Act,” it includes many items sought by the trucking industry, including $750 million for truck parking. The legislation also enhances efforts to clean up truck driver training schools, improves the new entrant review process, and calls for the first national framework for autonomous commercial vehicles. During the May 21 hearing, which began at 10 am EDT and ran well into the evening, Republican members of the Committee highlighted the bill’s efforts to expedite projects by cutting red tape and giving state and local governments greater flexibility. Democrats led by ranking member Rick Larson (D-Wash.) said that while there were some items they disagreed with, the 1,005-page bill reflects the committee’s commitment to bipartisanship and would likely be approved when it eventually comes up for a vote. “Whether you’re a Republican or a Democrat, this bill delivers for your district and for your constituents, because it delivers for every single American,” said Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-Mo.). Graves said the legislation is meant to honor the legacy of the interstate highway system, while building upon it for future generations. Industry reaction to legislation is positive Reaction to the draft version of the Build America 250 Act from transportation and infrastructure groups has been mostly positive, with the Owner-Operators Independent Drivers Association calling it the most “pro-trucker” reauthorization proposal in recent history. “This surface transportation reauthorization contains many meaningful provisions that support the men and women who make their living behind
Railway Safety Act Sparks Controversy Over Costs and Mandates
Railway Safety Act Sparks Controversy Over Costs and Mandates A contentious safety measure that railroads and other industries claim will cost them billions to implement and raise consumer prices has been folded into the broad surface transportation reauthorization legislation. The Railway Safety Act gained support this week from President Donald Trump as part of the Build America 250 Act, which advanced through the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Thursday. Association of American Railroads President and Chief Officer Ian Jefferies said in a statement late Thursday that freight railroads have consistently maintained that rail policy provisions should be targeted, grounded in data, and linked to clearly demonstrated operational or safety needs. He argued that some provisions approved today do not meet that standard. Instead of focusing on evidence-based reforms tied to the actual causes of incidents like the 2023 East Palestine hazmat derailment, the package includes a broad set of unnecessary mandates under the guise of safety that will raise costs across the freight network and broader supply chain without proven safety benefits, ultimately harming rail customers, manufacturers, energy producers, farmers, and American consumers already dealing with significant affordability challenges. The Railway Safety Act aims to prevent derailments, particularly those involving hazardous materials. It requires two-person crews on freight trains, enhanced inspections, improved wayside defect detection, greater protections for first responders, and stricter train operating standards. Jefferies described the Act as especially misguided, noting that 2025 was the safest year in freight rail industry history across several key safety metrics, including record lows in derailments, equipment-caused accidents, track-caused accidents, and employee injury rates. He stated that these improvements came from sustained private investment, technological innovation, and data-driven safety practices, not rigid federal mandates. He added that the Railway Safety Act, as written, goes against the President's pledge to reduce costs
Troopers use seized semi <b>truck</b> for traffic enforcement along Ohio Turnpike
The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is using a police-marked semi truck in enforcement activities in work zones. Amid a push for increased work zone safety, OSHP has deployed a semi truck with attached trailer for traffic enforcement in construction areas along the 241-mile Ohio Turnpike, officials with the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission said on Wednesday. During the enforcement patrols, one trooper drives the truck while another sits in the passenger seat, using the truck’s height to look for traffic violations like distracted driving, speeding, or following too closely. If a violation is spotted, the troopers in the truck radio to officers in marked patrol cruisers who can then perform traffic stops and issue warnings or citations. “It allows our trooper to see a different vantage point when we’re in that semi, we see safety belt compliance, speeding, following too close, distracted driving, all things that you really don’t want to do in a work zone,” OSHP Sgt. Ryan Purpura told WKYC. Ohio troopers told the Toledo Blade that the semi truck is outfitted with radar to help troopers catch speeders. Other features include an OSHP wrapped trailer and blue police lighting to let drivers know the truck is an official police vehicle. The semi truck was seized years ago by police as part of a drug arrest, Fox 8 reports, and since then has been used as part of recruitment and educational campaigns. Several other states used marked semi trucks for enforcement, recruiting, or education. See below for more. Florida Highway Patrol Tennessee Highway Patrol
Congress Wants To Steamroll State Robotruck Laws
After months of industry lobbying, House lawmakers inserted a provision into a must-pass transportation funding bill that would block states’ from setting safety standards for self-driving trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles — despite mounting calls for tougher safeguards. On Sunday, House lawmakers announced a deal on a congressional funding package for surface transportation and highways, which would determine policy and spending for the country’s roads, bridges, trains, and highways for the next five years. Buried in the 1,000-page legislation was a provision that would grant a longtime wish of the autonomous vehicle industry: Override state autonomous commercial vehicle regulations and instead install a light-touch national framework allowing nearly unrestricted expansion of self-driving trucks across the nation’s highways and roads.
Waymo Halts Atlanta Robotaxi Service Over Flood Risk - TT
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Waymo Halts Atlanta Robotaxi Service Over Flood Risk Company Cites Safety Concerns After Vehicle Gets Stuck on Flooded Road During Storms Bloomberg News Key Takeaways: - Waymo temporarily halted Atlanta robotaxi service after an unoccupied vehicle drove onto a flooded road during May 20 storms. - The pause follows a suspension in San Antonio and a recall of 3,791 vehicles over software that may not stop for flooded lanes. - Waymo said it will monitor weather and road conditions before resuming Atlanta service while pursuing more flooded-road software updates. Waymo has temporarily halted service in Atlanta over concerns that its robotaxis may attempt to drive on flooded roads, the latest setback over an issue that recently led the company to recall thousands of vehicles. It’s the second city where the autonomous vehicle unit of Alphabet Inc. has suspended service following severe weather. Storms swept through Atlanta on May 20, during which an unoccupied Waymo vehicle drove and got stuck in a flooded road. The car has since been recovered and removed from the scene, a Waymo spokesperson said. The company’s San Antonio service has similarly been on pause since late April, after one of its unoccupied vehicles entered a flooded lane and was swept into a creek. Last week, the company recalled 3,791 vehicles to fix an issue with its software that could cause robotaxis to continue driving and not stop even upon detecting a potentially untraversable flooded lane. Waymo said it has refined its extreme weather operations after the San Antonio episode. The vehicle in Atlanta encountered the flooded roadway before any National Weather Service alerts about potential flash flooding, which the company monitors to guide its plans when floods occur. The weather agency expects scattered thunderstorms through
How will the BUILD America 250 Act impact professional <b>truck</b> drivers?
On May 17, 2026, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee unveiled a massive, bipartisan piece of legislation known as the BUILD America 250 Act. Clocking in at over 1,000 pages, this five-year, $580 billion surface transportation reauthorization must be passed before the current funding expires on September 30, 2026. At the time of this writing, the House committee is holding its full markup session to debate amendments and vote on the bill, which will serve as the first major indicator of whether these driver-friendly provisions survive intact. From the routes you navigate to the drug tests you submit to, this bill directly impacts your daily life as a professional driver. The BUILD America 250 Act touches nearly every corner of America’s transportation system — from roads, bridges and transit to rail safety, freight and motor carrier programs. It’s worth noting that this is the first draft and sweeping infrastructure bills always undergo significant revisions before final passage. What’s included The bill targets infrastructure deficiencies that have plagued owner-operators and fleet drivers for decades. Bridge repair and replacement Specifically, the act allocates more than $50 billion for repairing and replacing aging bridges. For truckers, this means fixing the weight-restricted and deteriorating overpasses that force costly, time-consuming detours and present genuine safety hazards on the road. Truck parking In a major push to address a critical driver safety issue, the legislation also creates a dedicated $750 million pilot program to build out safe, reliable truck parking. Expanding on the foundation of Jason’s Law, this funding aims to reduce the dangerous situations where drivers are forced to violate hours-of-service (HOS) limits or park in unsafe areas just because they cannot find an available space. Hair testing Section 5206 addresses hair testing — not by authorizing it outright, but by setting a one-year deadline
Electric <b>Truck</b> Charging Infrastructure Report Outlines 11 Deployment Solutions
Electrification Coalition released a report outlining policy and utility changes needed to scale electric truck charging infrastructure in the U.S. The report, Electrifying the Future of Freight: Strategies to Accelerate Medium- and Heavy-Duty Charging Infrastructure Deployment, examines challenges as electric truck adoption moves from pilot programs to broader deployment. Five Barriers to Deployment Based on interviews with industry stakeholders, the Electrification Coalition identified five primary barriers: - High upfront vehicle costs; - Prescriptive program design; - Grid interconnection delays; - Misaligned electricity rate structures; and - Fragmented local permitting processes. 11 Solutions to Accelerate Charging The report outlines 11 solutions aimed at addressing these barriers, including: - Targeted vehicle purchase incentives; - On-site energy resources; and - Coordinated local permitting reforms. The organization also highlighted lessons from an electric freight hub in Southern California, where coordinated planning has supported charging deployment at scale. Policy Context and Industry Impact The report is part of the Electrification Coalition’s Electrification Roadmap Series, which provides policy and implementation guidance for transportation electrification. It builds on the group’s earlier Electrification Roadmap and Fleet Electrification Roadmap, reflecting changes in the electric vehicle market. “At a time when the war in Iran is causing gas and diesel prices to skyrocket, and American businesses are once again feeling the impact at the pump, the United States must accelerate freight electrification to reduce our dependence on oil for transportation and protect our economic and national security,” said Ben Prochazka. “While the remaining technological hurdles to electric trucking are rapidly being overcome, institutional and market-based barriers continue to slow deployment,” Prochazka said. “This report examines and addresses those barriers as a coherent system, eliminating bottlenecks and unleashing the full potential of this transformative technology.”
Wyoming troopers sideline 88 commercial vehicles and 27 <b>truck</b> drivers statewide during ...
The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) issued dozens of out-of-service orders during last week’s Roadcheck commercial vehicle inspection campaign. From May 12 — 14, 2026, WHP troopers took part in the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck blitz. During the 72-hour effort, WHP conducted 392 inspections statewide, including 243 Level I inspections. A total of 88 commercial vehicles were placed out-of-service for violations. Additionally, 27 drivers were placed out-of-service for various violations. WHP distributed 117 CVSA stickers to vehicles for clean inspections. “To the drivers that earned a clean inspection a very big thank you for doing your part in keeping our highways safe. Also a big thank you to our Troopers and Officers for their dedication to safety on the highways,” WHP said.
Highway Bill Would Expand Access to <b>Truck</b> Parking - TT
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Highway Bill Would Expand Access to Truck Parking House Legislation Also Invests in Roads and Bridges, Includes Provisions on Cargo Theft, Safety and Autonomous Trucks Senior Reporter Key Takeaways: - The BUILD America 250 Act would establish a grant program to improve access to commercial truck parking. - The legislation includes a federal policy framework for the safe deployment of autonomous trucks. - The bill would establish registration fees for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids to create new revenue for the Highway Trust Fund. WASHINGTON — A $580 billion surface transportation reauthorization bill under House consideration would require the Department of Transportation to establish a grant program aimed at expanding parking access for commercial vehicles. The legislation, formally titled the BUILD America 250 Act, would direct the transportation secretary to move forward with grants for projects designed to increase the availability or use of truck parking, facilitate freight movement and improve highway safety. Eligible applicants would be required to demonstrate the ability to help maintain and operate such facilities. Expanding access to truck parking has long been a top priority for freight stakeholders. American Trucking Associations has repeatedly warned that insufficient parking threatens safety and efficiency across the industry. Spear “The highway bill has always been a bipartisan product, and it is encouraging to see Republicans and Democrats coming together prior to the Sept. 30 deadline to expand truck parking, enforce safety rules and take additional steps that will strengthen our industry,” ATA President Chris Spear said in response to the measure’s introduction. “ATA is committed to being a constructive partner throughout the legislative process.” The American Transportation Research Institute has consistently ranked insufficient truck parking availability among the industry’s most pressing concerns. Truck parking projects received a boost
Einride, EASE Logistics to deploy <b>autonomous trucks</b> in proof-of-service concept in Ohio
MARYSVILLE, Ohio and STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Einride and EASE Logistics are announcing the deployment of SAE Level 4 (L4) Einride autonomous trucks into proof-of-concept service between EASE Logistics warehouses in Marysville, Ohio. This deployment is an extension of the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and DriveOhio’s Truck Automation Corridor Project, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and is designed to evaluate the impact of autonomous technology on operations, safety and freight efficiency. “EASE is proud to continue advancing the Truck Automation Corridor Project alongside DriveOhio and innovative partners like Einride,” said Peter Coratola, Jr., EASE president, CEO. “Deployments like this help move autonomous trucking from controlled pilots into daily freight operations, where safety, reliability, and efficiency can be evaluated at scale. By working with leading autonomous technology providers, including Einride, in real-world environments, we’re helping accelerate the infrastructure and operational readiness required for the next generation of freight transportation.” Operations to Expand during the Summer Operations will take place on EASE property and local public roads and will utilize two of Einride’s advanced L4 autonomous electric trucks, already successfully operating in real-world daily operations across the United States. Starting this summer, the trucks will transport goods between EASE warehouses, generating data on impacts to warehousing, distribution and transportation operations. The vehicles are self-driving cab-less electric trucks that operate without a driver. They are capable of navigating routes autonomously, handling everything from routine driving to unexpected situations. A remote operator monitors the trucks off-site and can intervene if needed, keeping operations running smoothly and safely. This marks EASE Logistics’ third autonomous trucking deployment in partnership with DriveOhio, reinforcing its role as one of the few logistics providers in the country actively testing multiple autonomous freight platforms in live operational environments. A Step Forward According to EASE, the deployment
<b>Autonomous Trucks</b> vs Rail: The Future of Freight
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S&H Express Employee Ownership Strengthens Fleet Culture
In the trucking industry, where scale and efficiency can dominate the conversation, S&H Express tells a different story, one grounded in family values, shared ownership, and a deeply personal approach to business. Since its founding 34 years ago, S&H Express has cultivated a workplace culture shaped by founder Steve Shellenberger’s emphasis on respect, hard work, and treating people like individuals rather than numbers. That culture has not only endured over decades of growth but has evolved in meaningful ways, culminating in a pivotal moment on July 1, 2025, when the company officially became an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Announced at a company breakfast, the transition was met with overwhelming enthusiasm by employees, underscoring just how invested the workforce already felt in the company’s success. “This milestone marks a new and important chapter in our company’s history,” said S&H President Jordan Kolb. For employees, the change is more than symbolic. Ownership means direct participation in the company’s performance and growth. Financially, it offers a pathway for employees to build retirement wealth, while also increasing engagement and job satisfaction. Hollie Walkley of marketing at S&H sees the transition as a natural extension of the company’s identity. “The ESOP didn’t create our culture,” she said. “It strengthened what was already here. People at S&H have always felt a sense of pride and belonging.” S&H Express has expanded its footprint over time through acquisitions that were gradually integrated into the business. These moves were often driven by relationships with other trucking companies and a desire to better serve customers, rather than purely strategic growth targets. Importantly, those acquisitions brought people—many from other family-owned businesses—into the S&H fold. Rather than imposing a rigid structure, S&H’s approach has been to incorporate these teams into its broader culture. “As we’ve grown, we’ve been very intentional about
Troc Robotics appoints CFO
Torc Robotics appointed Tobias Wessels as chief financial officer, the company announced May 12. Wessels will support the company as it works to scale and commercialize Level 4 autonomous trucks and other long-term strategic initiatives, per the release. Torc CEO Peter Vaughan Schmidt said Wessels’ career has “tracked the arc of autonomy itself.” “His combination of deep-tech operating experience and transatlantic fluency makes him uniquely suited to partner with our team and with Daimler Truck as we bring autonomous freight to market,” Schmidt said. The company’s previous CFO, Richard Kannan, died in December. Wessels most recently was chief development officer for Helm.ai where he led finance, corporate development, and international expansion — including the build-out of the company’s Stuttgart operations and its partnership with Volkswagen Group, according to the release. His other roles included chief corporate development officer at autonomous EV delivery company Udelv, and as CFO of X, the moonshot factory at Alphabet, where he contributed to building the financial foundation for various initiatives, including the company that became Waymo. Wessels said his focus now is “building the financial infrastructure to match Torc’s technical and commercial ambition.” “Torc occupies a position no other autonomous trucking company can match — Daimler Truck’s strategic backing, a purpose-built focus on freight, and the technology and team to deliver at scale,” he said.
SANY Highlights Smart and Green Mining Technologies at 2026 Global Mining Summit
SHANGHAI, May 21, 2026 /CNW/ -- Recently, SANY's Global Mining Summit concluded in Xi'an, China, bringing together over 700 mining industry leaders worldwide. Focused on the future of intelligent and low-carbon mining, SANY showcased its integrated "Generation-Grid-Load-Storage" solution, autonomous mining systems, and a full lineup of large mining trucks. During the summit, SANY secured intended orders exceeding RMB 10 billion, with signed agreements surpassing RMB 5 billion. Unveiling Full Lineup of Large Mining Trucks At the summit, SANY showcased its large mining truck family and officially launched the SRT100S hybrid mining truck, a new benchmark in the 100-ton-class segment. Built for demanding mining conditions, the SRT100S features a hybrid direct-drive system and high-torque motor, boosting overall efficiency by 10%. With a top speed of 50 km/h and 30% gradeability under full load, it delivers strong performance across complex terrains. Equipped with a dual-engine range extender, high-rate battery system, and intelligent energy management, the truck reduces energy costs by 20%. Driven by continuous innovation, SANY now holds over 35% of the global market for large-tonnage electric mining trucks. Hybrid mining trucks, including the SET240S and SET150S, have been deployed in leading international mines, delivering proven fuel savings of 10%–20% and reducing maintenance costs by up to 30%, while earning strong customer recognition for reliability and performance. Driving Green Mining Through Innovation and Integrated Energy Solutions In smart mining, SANY has developed an integrated solution combining autonomous driving, remote operation, and big data platforms. The Smart Mining Solution showcased this time integrates autonomous mining trucks, cloud-based dispatching, truck-digging & vehicle-road coordination, remote control, and map collection, supporting a wide range of intelligent mining applications. Also on display was the SKT145Ei, SANY's first autonomous pure electric mining truck. Supporting on-site and remote takeover, and fully autonomous driving modes, it enables flexible operation across
As war engulfs the Middle East, China's Xinjiang is thriving with future tech
As war engulfs the Middle East, China’s Xinjiang is thriving with future tech A national energy and chemical hub being built on a 15,500 sq m site in the Gobi Desert is set to modernise coal mining As the war in Iran disrupts global oil and chemical supplies, China’s coal-heavy energy sector is seizing an unprecedented opportunity. In the first of a two-part series, Dannie Peng visits the Changji Hui autonomous prefecture in Xinjiang – one of the country’s four major bases for large-scale, modern coal-chemical production – to see first-hand how a vast industrial ecosystem is rapidly taking shape. The scale of the infrastructure is immense. The world’s highest-voltage power line already carries electricity from the region to eastern China, while work is under way on the country’s biggest pipeline to transport coal-derived natural gas from northern Xinjiang to developed eastern cities. The zone, situated on the southeastern edge of the Junggar Basin in Xinjiang’s Changji Hui autonomous prefecture, is a gargantuan undertaking. Spanning three counties and covering a planned 15,500 sq km (5,984 square miles), the zone stretches 220km (137 miles) from east to west, carving a massive industrial footprint into the arid landscape.
As war engulfs the Middle East, China's Xinjiang is thriving with future tech
As war engulfs the Middle East, China’s Xinjiang is thriving with future tech A national energy and chemical hub being built on a 15,500 sq m site in the Gobi Desert is set to modernise coal mining As the war in Iran disrupts global oil and chemical supplies, China’s coal-heavy energy sector is seizing an unprecedented opportunity. In the first of a two-part series, Dannie Peng visits the Changji Hui autonomous prefecture in Xinjiang – one of the country’s four major bases for large-scale, modern coal-chemical production – to see first-hand how a vast industrial ecosystem is rapidly taking shape. The scale of the infrastructure is immense. The world’s highest-voltage power line already carries electricity from the region to eastern China, while work is under way on the country’s biggest pipeline to transport coal-derived natural gas from northern Xinjiang to developed eastern cities. The zone, situated on the southeastern edge of the Junggar Basin in Xinjiang’s Changji Hui autonomous prefecture, is a gargantuan undertaking. Spanning three counties and covering a planned 15,500 sq km (5,984 square miles), the zone stretches 220km (137 miles) from east to west, carving a massive industrial footprint into the arid landscape.
How Investors Are Reacting To Aeva Technologies (AEVA) Narrowing Loss Per Share And ...
Aeva Technologies, Inc. reported first-quarter 2026 results, with revenue rising to US$6.26 million from US$3.37 million a year earlier, while net loss remained broadly unchanged at US$34.98 million and basic and diluted loss per share from continuing operations improved to US$0.56 from US$0.64. The company also delivered initial C-sample units of its Atlas 4D LiDAR sensors to Daimler Truck North America and Torc Robotics for future SAE Level 4 autonomous Class 8 semi-trucks, underscoring Aeva’s exclusive role as long-range LiDAR supplier for autonomous Freightliner Cascadia trucks and the importance of its FMCW-based long-range perception technology. Next, we’ll examine how delivering C-sample Atlas 4D LiDAR units to Daimler Truck could influence Aeva’s longer-term autonomous freight narrative. To own Aeva, you have to believe its FMCW 4D LiDAR can become a core sensing choice across autonomous trucks, advanced driver assistance and industrial automation, eventually supporting a move toward scale. The latest results highlight rising revenue but persistent heavy losses, so the near term catalyst remains tangible progress toward higher volume programs, particularly with Daimler Truck. This C sample milestone helps that story, but the key risk of long timelines and uncertain volumes in Level 4 freight is still very present. Among recent announcements, the rollout of Aeva’s Atlas Orion sensors in Georgia’s CityOS traffic system is especially relevant. It shows Aeva trying to broaden beyond automotive into infrastructure and smart city use cases, which could matter if autonomous truck or passenger car programs slip or scale more slowly. For investors focused on catalysts, this kind of non automotive deployment may help diversify future revenue streams and partially offset program concentration risk. Yet against the promise of Daimler Truck and CityOS deployments, investors should still be aware of how reliant the story is on long dated autonomy programs... Aeva Technologies' narrative projects $192.0
USDOT memo confirms that CDL drivers still can't use marijuana after rescheduling
Transportation officials confirmed that safety-sensitive transportation workers, including truck drivers, should steer clear of marijuana despite federal action to reschedule it as a less-dangerous drug. On April 23, 2026, the Justice Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) moved FDA-approved products containing marijuana and marijuana products regulated by a state medical marijuana license from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. The rescheduling of marijuana does not legalize it at a federal level. Further, the rescheduling did not have any impact on regulations that prohibit marijuana for safety-sensitive workers in the federally regulated transportation industry (49 CFR Part 40). USDOT Memo Confirms Marijuana Is Still Prohibited For Truckers In a memo released this month, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued new guidance confirming that the rescheduling of certain marijuana products does not change anything with respect to drug testing for safety-sensitive transportation workers, including pilots, bus drivers, and commercial truck drivers. “Marijuana use is not compatible with safety-sensitive functions,” USDOT said. The memo specifically delves into the question of whether a Medical Review Officer (MRO) is allowed to deem a drug test a “negative” if the employee alleges the positive resulted from consuming a State licensed marijuana product. “No. Currently, there is no instance when the MRO could verify a laboratory-confirmed marijuana positive drug test result as “negative” when an employee claims the positive was caused by a State licensed marijuana product. Even after rescheduling, State-dispensed marijuana does not constitute an FDA-approved drug. Without FDA approval for a controlled substance, it cannot be prescribed,” USDOT wrote. USDOT notes that even if an MRO is presented with documentation such as State-issued medical marijuana cards, physician recommendations or certifications, or dispensary records or receipts, these documents do not satisfy the requirements for a “legitimate medical explanation.” “Marijuana use