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AL HB131
Bill
Status
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Kerry Rich
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AI Summary
HB131 Summary
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Department of Human Resources shall design and implement a substance abuse screening program for random testing of adults receiving TANF, food stamps, or Medicaid, using blood or urine tests for controlled substances.
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Case workers must require screening of any applicant for TANF, food stamps, or Medicaid when the applicant's appearance or demeanor indicates possible influence of a controlled substance.
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Adults are ineligible for public assistance if they do not participate in the screening program or test positive for Schedule I controlled substances or unprescribed Schedule II-V controlled substances.
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Test results are not admissible in criminal proceedings without the tested person's consent.
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The Department of Human Resources commissioner shall promulgate rules under the Administrative Procedure Act to establish design, operation, standards, and personnel training for program implementation, with the act becoming effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval.
Legislative Description
Human Resources Department, TANF, food stamps, or Medicaid applicants, random tests for substance abuse based on appearance or demeanor implying under influence of controlled substances, required, ineligibility under certain conditions, positive tests not admissible in criminal proceedings, department to administer pursuant to Administrative Procedure Act
Human Resources Department
Last Action
Indefinitely Postponed
5/7/2013