5 U.S. states have passed laws requiring welfare recipients to be tested for drugs. Proponents argue that testing will prevent public funds from being used to subsidize drugs habits and help get treatment for those that are addicted to drugs. Opponents argue that it is a waste of money since the tests will cost more money than they save.
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Yes but they should not have to pay for the test
That should be the choice of the welfare recipients.
Yes, but only for drugs that are illegal in that state. (Marijuana should not count)
Only if they have a past with drugs not including weed because it can be used medically. if they are addicted to a harmful drug then treatment should be provided for them to get off it and become a more active member of society
Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians But if weed is legal in that state that should not affect be tested for just more serious drugs
Yes. Discontinue for anyone that tests positive. If they can prove they went to treatment and can pass a drug test they should be allowed to reapply.
It doesn’t bother me
i don't have an opinion on this
No more welfare! Work for what you want.
I mean I don't really know but if i think about it a little bit then i think so because some people could be buying drugs from welfare money.
Test for certain drugs but not CBD and HTC.
Test anyone receiving money from the government but LEGALIZE MARIJUANA.
Yes, and offer treatment. If treatment is declined or not completed, terminate benefits. If treatment is accepted, allow benefits to continue. Continue to test regularly and follow same guideline.
Yes, outside of marijuana which should not be considered a harmful addictive drug
I Believe that they should but not for marijuana, only for hard drugs that actually affect the state of the persons mind and health.
yes, if they test positive then terminate all benefits until they attend some form of rehab
it depends what the drug is.
Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians. Pause benefits and provide adequate treatment if testing positive.
Yes, but periodically. And not for marijuana
now should they be tested? yes, but they should also not be shamed if they do drug. just don't give them a check, instead, help them out and send them to a rehabilitation center. most people that do drugs do them because they help them cope with feelings that have, some people just need to be showed that there are people out there that do care and want you do be healthy.
The taxes from the 1% are more than enough to fund drug testing in this instance
Only if they have a history of drug use.
Why are we being asked this stuff I have no idea what half of it means.
I dont have enough information on the this topic to state a opinion
Yes, and provide treatment for those who are positive as well as help the person's family.
Yes but only test for illegal drugs emphasis on meth due to its serious long lasting effects on the community and individual.
I think yes other then marijuana
Yes, if they have any convictions that are drug related.
Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians and provide treatment for those testing positive or terminate their benefits or role as politician if they refuse
yes but only so they know if rehabilitation is needed. No jail time or sentence.
Yes but not for for all drugs.
Applicants should provide evidence of job searches and the benefit should not be indefinite.
Only if they had a history of drug abuse
Yes. I think that treatment should be offered. Upon progress of treatment, increase funding. If there is relapse, decrease funding. Make the welfare contingent upon progress.
Welfare needs a complete overhaul.
Yes, but do not include marijuana in testing
Yes, they need rehabilitation and their kids need to eat so they should still get food stamps
No, it is a waste of time and money. Only if they have a history of abusing drugs
No, this is a violation of privacy and a waste of resources.
Yes. If they test positive, they must seek their own treatment to receive future benefits
Abolish welfare in the first place
No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse, and if testing positive, treatment should be offered.
Yes, it should be an option available to those who manage the welfare handouts. They should then be able to make judgement about getting treatment and continuation of benefits.
I don’t have enough information to form an educated opinion
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