Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-21T09:05:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 204 Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Social Welfare. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 204

Bill 118 HR 204, also known as the Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act, is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The bill aims to require individuals who receive welfare benefits to undergo drug testing in order to continue receiving assistance.

Under the provisions of the bill, states would be required to implement drug testing programs for welfare recipients. Individuals who test positive for illegal drug use would be ineligible to receive benefits for a certain period of time, unless they agree to participate in a substance abuse treatment program.

Supporters of the bill argue that drug testing for welfare recipients is necessary to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not being used to fund drug habits. They believe that drug testing will help to identify individuals who may be struggling with substance abuse issues and connect them with the necessary resources for treatment. Opponents of the bill argue that drug testing for welfare recipients is discriminatory and stigmatizing. They believe that it unfairly targets low-income individuals and perpetuates negative stereotypes about welfare recipients. Critics also point out that similar programs in the past have been found to be costly and ineffective. Overall, the Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between ensuring accountability for welfare recipients and protecting the rights and dignity of individuals in need of assistance.

Congressional Summary of HR 204

Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act

This bill requires the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and specified public housing programs to subject individuals to substance-abuse screening and to deny benefits for individuals who test positive for a controlled substance.

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Current Status of Bill HR 204

Bill HR 204 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 204 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 204's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 204

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 204

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Potential Impact Areas

Drug, alcohol, tobacco useFood assistance and reliefIntergovernmental relationsLow- and moderate-income housingPoverty and welfare assistanceState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 204

Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients ActDrug Testing for Welfare Recipients ActTo require certain welfare programs to deny benefits to persons who fail a drug test, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 204

David Rouzer

North Carolina(Republican)

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