HR 2951 · 100th Congress · Labor and Employment

A bill to require laboratories in drug testing programs used by private employers to meet certain Federal standards.

Introduced 1987-07-15· Sponsored by Rep. English, Glenn [D-OK-6]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Employment Opportunities.(1987-08-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits any employer from taking adverse action against any employee or applicant based on the results of a drug test conducted by a laboratory which fails to meet the requirements of this Act. Requires any laboratory which conducts drug testing to: (1) meet the mandatory requirements established by the Secretary of Health and Human Services; (2) require a confirmatory test when an initial screening is positive; and (3) provide guidelines to employers on the collection and handling of specimens. Provides civil penalties for violations of this Act.…

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