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IN HB1007
Bill
Status
1/31/2012
Primary Sponsor
Mike Speedy
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 2-year pilot program in 3 Indiana counties (one each from high, medium, and low population groups) to drug test adults aged 18+ receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits, effective July 1, 2012
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Allows recipients to consent to random drug testing or be tested based on reasonable suspicion, which includes prior criminal convictions, drug-related charges, or missed TANF appointments
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Imposes graduated penalties for positive tests: first positive on a consensual random test triggers regular testing for up to 4 months; positive test based on reasonable suspicion results in 6-month ineligibility and 50% reduction in child benefits
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Permanently disqualifies individuals from receiving TANF benefits for themselves after testing positive twice based on reasonable suspicion, and makes children ineligible for benefits while residing with that individual
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Requires the Department of Child Services to conduct a home visit within 9 months when notified that a child becomes ineligible for TANF due to a guardian's positive drug test
Legislative Description
Drug testing.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Health and Provider Services
2/1/2012