What Is a Broker Authority?

1 min. readlast update: 12.27.2022

A broker authority is a specific operating authority granted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that allows companies to operate as brokers and organize load deliveries between different shippers and carriers. You would need to apply for this operating authority in addition to your USDOT. 

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