Audits

On February 7, we issued a final report on our review of FMCSA’s oversight of the CDL Program. We found that FMCSA has implemented specific actions to counter CDL fraud but more must be done to identify those suspected of obtaining CDLs fraudulently and remove CDLs when necessary. We recommended that FMCSA: (1) direct the states to report on the final disposition of suspect drivers; (2) determine that state CDL programs are out of compliance if the state fails to impose adequate internal controls to prevent fraud, or fails to take or propose necessary corrective action; and (3) impose sanctions against states that fail to establish adequate fraud control measures. FMCSA generally agreed with our recommendations although the agency did not believe it had authority to direct states to report on the disposition of suspect drivers when no specific or direct evidence of fraud exists. The report discusses our view on this issue and points out how FMCSA can use its authority under Federal regulations to promote strong state programs to counter CDL fraud.