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OK SB2112

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bryce Marlatt

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires Department of Human Services to establish a drug screening program for applicants and recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits; applicants identified as needing substance abuse services remain conditionally eligible if they participate in recommended treatment.

  • Mandates drug testing for all members of the Oklahoma Legislature and the Governor before they take office, with positive results referred to substance abuse rehabilitation programs and test results made available to the public.

  • Renumbers existing TANF program requirements (minimum 5-year lifetime assistance limit, work activity requirements, immunization compliance, resource exemptions) to accommodate the new drug screening provision as item 2.

  • Authorizes the State Board of Health to promulgate rules necessary to implement the drug testing program for elected officials.

  • Effective November 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Poor persons; requiring drug screening for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families eligibility; providing for drug testing Legislators and the Governor. Effective date.

Government

Last Action

Referred to Appr/Sub-Health and Human Services

2/2/2010

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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