Search Results: keywords:"drug testing"

  • H. R. 372 — To require certain welfare programs to deny benefits to persons who fail a drug test, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:3,806

    The bill, H.R. 372, seeks to require drug testing for individuals applying for or receiving benefits from welfare programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and public housing assistance. If a person tests positive for...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to make sure people who get help from some government programs, like food stamps or housing, are not using drugs. If they are using drugs, they have to get help or stop before they can get the benefits again.

  • H. R. 2578 — To require drug testing for special Government employees, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:582

    H.R. 2578 is a proposed law that requires drug testing for special Government employees in sensitive positions. Before starting their job, these employees must undergo a drug test, and once hired, they will be subject to random drug tests. If someone tests positive for drugs,...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 2578 is about making sure special government workers, who have important jobs, take drug tests before and during their work to make sure they’re not using drugs. If they fail a test, they can’t work for at least a year.

  • H. R. 1119 — To amend titles III and IX of the Social Security Act to require individuals receiving unemployment compensation to fulfill certain requirements in relation to suitable work, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,008

    The Unemployment Integrity Act of 2025 aims to reform unemployment benefits in the United States by amending titles III and IX of the Social Security Act. It requires individuals receiving unemployment compensation to attend scheduled interviews, participate in reemployment...

    Simple Explanation

    The Unemployment Integrity Act of 2025 is a rule that says people getting help because they don't have a job must do certain things like attend meetings and maybe take drug tests, so they are more likely to find work. It also checks to make sure states are following the rules, but some people think the instructions aren't always clear, which might make it unfair in different places.