New Jersey S4685 prohibits law enforcement officers, first responders, CDL drivers, and heavy equipment operators from using cannabis items.
New Jersey S4685 amends existing laws to prohibit law enforcement officers, first responders, CDL drivers, and heavy equipment operators from using cannabis items, whether on or off duty. Employers of these individuals may take adverse actions, including discharge, against employees who use cannabis items. The bill also allows employers to conduct drug tests to ensure compliance with the prohibition. The definition of "heavy equipment" includes machinery weighing 5,000 pounds or more, such as construction equipment. The bill takes effect immediately.
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