MN HF3698

Requires MFIP applicants and recipients to undergo drug and alcohol screening following established procedures, with applicants needing negative laboratory tests for controlled substances before acceptance or benefit extension.

Imposes sanctions for failed drug tests: benefits paid as vendor payments for shelter and utilities after two failures, and permanent disqualification from MFIP cash and food assistance after three failures.

Mandates county agencies to deny benefits until positive drug test results are cleared by negative tests proving the person is no longer a drug user.

Requires mandatory reporting to local welfare agencies when MFIP applicants or recipients test positive for controlled substances, with written reports due within 72 hours of oral notification.

Directs local welfare agencies to conduct assessments and offer services including chemical dependency evaluation and treatment when informed of positive drug tests, and to seek court orders for child protective custody if parents refuse participation.