HB 2342 -- Random Drug Testing Program of Certain Individuals

Sponsor:  Wilson (130)

Beginning January 1, 2009, this bill requires the General
Assembly to implement a program of random drug testing for all of
its members so that every member is tested at least once every
two years.  Any refusal to submit to a drug test will be
considered an admission that the member has taken a controlled
substance illegally.  Any member testing positive for drugs must
participate in a drug treatment program or be subject to any
sanction authorized by law or rule of the respective house of the
General Assembly.

The Department of Social Services must implement, beginning
January 1, 2009, a random drug testing program for all persons
receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program
benefits and who are work eligible.  Any recipient testing
positive must participate in a drug treatment program or lose
eligibility for benefits.  Any recipient refusing to submit to a
drug test will be denied benefits.  By February 1, 2010, and
every year thereafter, the department must submit an evaluation
of the drug testing program to the Governor, Speaker of the House
of Representatives, and President Pro Tem of the Senate.

Missouri House of Representatives
94th General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated October 15, 2008 at 3:12 pm