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The International Association for Chemical Testing is an organization composed primarily of employees of governmental agencies involved in chemical testing in related traffic safety. They may be at a local, county, parish, state, national, or international level. The purpose of the organization is to promote professionalism in the field of chemical tests for alcohol and other drugs in relation to traffic safety; to develop and promote training programs for personnel in the field of chemical testing; to facilitate discussion and dissemination of information concerning alcohol determinations and testing for abused drugs and other chemical substances; and to motivate a true spirit of cooperation between agencies devoted to the detection of alcohol and other drugs. The organization (IACT) was formed in March 1988 in Chicago, Illinois.
It is made up of both scientific and criminal justice professionals including researchers, criminalists, forensic scientists, regulatory inspectors, manufacturing representatives, law enforcement personnel, and others. The membership of approximately 400+ boasts representatives from a majority of the states and several international members. It hosts an annual conference where exchange of information is accomplished through presentation, panel discussions, manufacturer's exhibits, and, of course, one-on-one discussions at breaks. In addition, it publishes three newsletters yearly and provides numerous other information updates throughout the year. For more information, go to: www.iactonline.org.