Does the FMCSA Clearinghouse Charge Fees?

According to FMCSA's Clearinghouse FAQs, employers are charged a fee to conduct limited and full queries, and there are no fees for registration or other Clearinghouse activities. FMCSA states that the Clearinghouse statute allows query fees from all employers, including federal, state and local government entities that employ commercial motor vehicle operators. Registered drivers can access their own Clearinghouse records at no cost.