NJ S4993

Prohibits employers from taking adverse employment action against registered medical cannabis patients based on their cardholder status or positive drug test, unless the employer proves by preponderance of evidence that cannabis use impaired job performance

Requires employers with drug testing policies to provide written notice and opportunity for employees or job applicants who test positive to explain results within three working days, including presenting medical cannabis recommendations or registry cards

Allows employees or job applicants to request a confirmatory retest of the original sample at their own expense

Preserves employer authority to prohibit possession or use of intoxicating substances during work hours and to comply with federal law or protect federal contracts and funding

Repeals Section 9 of P.L.2019, c.153 (C.24:6I-6.1) related to medical cannabis employment provisions