Senate Bill 1011 Summary

• Establishes mandatory random drug testing program for persons receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) assistance, administered by the Department of Human Services.

• Limits program expenditures to $50,000 of appropriated funds and requires referral to Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for those who refuse testing or test positive.

• Suspends TANF benefits for individuals who fail to comply with substance abuse treatment program, with referral to child welfare division.

• Allows benefits to continue for individuals who complete substance abuse treatment program successfully and remain compliant.

• Effective date: November 1, 2012.