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IL SB2321

IL SB2321
RIGHT TO PRIVACY-DRUG TEST


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Introduced
02/10/2023
In Committee
03/10/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2025

Introduced Session

103rd General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. Provides that an employer may not refuse to hire an individual or discipline an employee because results of an individual's drug test indicate the presence of THC on the part of that individual. Permits an employer to enforce a pre-employment drug testing policy, zero-tolerance drug testing policy, random drug testing policy, or a drug-free workplace policy or disciplining an employee for violating such policy, but provides that an employer may not take adverse action against an employee solely because of a positive drug test for cannabis unless the test result exceeds limits set forth in certain DUI provisions of the Illinois Vehicle Code. Sets forth conditions under which an employer may discipline an employee for impairment. Provides that there is not a cause of action for any person against an employer for disciplining or terminating the employment of an individual when enforcing a compliant policy. Amends the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Repeals provisions concerning employment and employer liability.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act and the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. It prohibits employers from refusing to hire or disciplining an employee solely due to the presence of THC in a drug test, unless the employee works in a safety-sensitive position, demonstrates impairment, or the test results exceed legal limits set in the Illinois Vehicle Code. The bill allows employers to maintain pre-employment, random, or zero-tolerance drug policies, and to discipline employees for impairment or violation of such policies. It also provides that employers cannot be sued for actions taken in good faith under a compliant policy.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Session Sine Die (on 01/07/2025)

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