West Virginia HB4970 mandates random drug testing for all state, county, and school board employees starting in 2026.

West Virginia HB4970 introduces mandatory random drug testing for all classes of employees in state, county, and school board positions, including teachers in K through 12 schools. Starting from the 2026-2027 school year, new hires must pass a drug test before employment. Additionally, ten percent of all employees and volunteers are subject to random drug testing annually. The rules for implementing these drug tests will be proposed by the Director of Personnel and county commissions, respectively, and must be approved by the legislature.

West Virginia HB4970 mandates random drug testing for all state, county, and school board employees starting in 2026.

West Virginia HB4970 introduces mandatory random drug testing for all classes of employees in state, county, and school board positions, including teachers in K through 12 schools. Starting from the 2026-2027 school year, new hires must pass a drug test before employment. Additionally, ten percent of all employees and volunteers are subject to random drug testing annually. The rules for implementing these drug tests will be proposed by the Director of Personnel and county commissions, respectively, and must be approved by the legislature.