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US HR3678

US HR3678
Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act


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Introduced
06/01/2021
In Committee
07/13/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require certain welfare programs to deny benefits to persons who fail a drug test, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill would require certain welfare programs, including the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and public housing and rental assistance programs, to deny benefits to individuals who fail a drug test or refuse to undergo drug screening. The bill also imposes penalties on states or agencies that fail to enforce these drug testing requirements, including reductions in federal funding. The bill aims to address drug use among welfare recipients, though some have raised concerns about the potential impacts on families and the costs of administering drug tests.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations. (on 07/13/2021)

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