Recent News/Upcoming Events

In an effort to educate the transportation industry and others that provide service in accordance with the Department's drug and alcohol testing programs, our staff participates in conferences, trainings and seminars throughout the country. Events, dates, locations, and registration information will appear here as it becomes available.

July 1 , 2012 – Society of Forensic Toxicologists Annual Meeting

Jim Swart, Director of the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance, will make a presentation at the Society of Forensic Toxicologists Annual Meeting held this year in Boston, MA. The Society of Forensic Toxicologists is the largest organization of Forensic Toxicologists in the United States. Mr. Swart will provide an update on the DOT program.
April 10-12, 2012, FTA Drug and Alcohol Program National Conference

Bohdan Baczara, ODAPC Senior Policy Advisor, will be a guest speaker at the Federal Transit Administration’s Drug and Alcohol Program National Conference in Miami, FL. Mr. Baczara will provide an update on the DOT’s regulated drug and alcohol testing efforts.
April 18-20, 2012, DATIA Annual Conference

Patrice Kelly, ODAPC Deputy Director, will be a guest speaker at the Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA) annual conference in San Antonio, TX. Ms. Kelly will provide an update on the DOT’s regulated drug and alcohol testing efforts. DATIA is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of laboratories, collection sites, medical review officers, substance abuse professionals, third-party administrators, and regulated employers.