HI HB238

Prohibits employers from discriminating against medical cannabis registry card holders in hiring, termination, or employment terms, unless doing so would cause the employer to lose federal benefits or licensing.

Prevents employers from taking adverse action based solely on a positive drug test for cannabis unless the employee was impaired during work hours or works in a potentially dangerous occupation.

Authorizes employers to use fit-for-duty tests as risk-based assessment tools for registered qualifying patients in potentially dangerous occupations.

Exempts nine categories of occupations from employment protections, including law enforcement, firefighters, water safety officers, employees authorized to carry firearms, emergency medical services personnel, those administering drugs, employees working with vulnerable populations, civil defense personnel, and those operating commercial vehicles or critical infrastructure.

Takes effect upon approval.