Texas HB1797 prohibits state agencies and political subdivisions from requiring drug tests for cannabinoids, prohibiting use of low-THC cannabis or.
Texas HB1797 amends the Government Code to establish policies regarding drug testing and prescription drug policies for state agencies and political subdivisions. It prohibits these entities from requiring employees or independent contractors to submit to drug tests for cannabinoids, administering such tests, requiring negative test results as a condition of employment, or prohibiting the use of low-THC cannabis or consumable hemp products. It also mandates compliance with privacy laws and allows individuals to seek legal relief for violations.
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