HR. 372In Committee
Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients Act
Require states in TANF SNAP and certain public housing programs to screen or test adult applicants for drug use and deny benefits to those who test positive
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Require states in TANF SNAP and certain public housing programs to screen or test adult applicants for drug use and deny benefits to those who test positive
Key points
- Require applicant drug screening
- Require applicant drug testing
- Deny benefits
- Reduce funding for noncompliant states
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-20 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedDrug, alcohol, tobacco useFood assistance and reliefIntergovernmental relationsLow- and moderate-income housingPoverty and welfare assistanceSocial WelfareState and local government operations