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This bill establishes mandatory drug testing requirements for special Government employees in sensitive positions. It requires all prospective special Government employees to undergo a drug test before starting their first day of service, using the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs. Within 90 days of the Act's enactment, agencies must implement a random drug testing program for current special Government employees in sensitive positions. Individuals who test positive for controlled substances will face specific consequences: prospective employees will be ineligible for appointment for a specified period, and current employees will be removed from civil service and barred from future appointments. The bill defines key terms such as "controlled substance" (using the Controlled Substances Act definition), "agency" (including the Executive Office of the President), "sensitive position" (roles involving classified information, safety, security, or mission-critical duties), and "special Government employee" (as defined in existing federal law). The overall goal is to ensure the integrity, safety, and trustworthiness of Government employees in positions that require high levels of confidence and responsibility.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2578/all-info