### Question
How does the law define authorized user?


### Answer
Under *49 U.S.C. § 31306a*, **authorized user** is defined as:

> an employer, State licensing authority, or other person granted access to the clearinghouse under subsection (h)

#### Citation:
  - *49 U.S.C. § 31306a*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE VI-MOTOR VEHICLE AND DRIVER PROGRAMS > PART B-COMMERCIAL > CHAPTER 313-COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS**

