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NY A02261
Bill
Status
1/15/2015
Primary Sponsor
Clifford Crouch
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AI Summary
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Requires social services officials to mandate drug testing for all individuals determined eligible for public assistance before distributing any benefits
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Directs the Commissioner of Health to establish rules and regulations covering testing methods, testing frequency, substances to be tested, and failure criteria
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Requires individuals who fail the drug test to enroll in a drug rehabilitation program certified by the Commissioner of Health
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Denies public assistance benefits to any person who fails to enroll in or actively participate in the required rehabilitation program
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Provides that before a person may receive public assistance benefits, he or she must submit to and pass a drug test.
Last Action
held for consideration in social services
5/17/2016