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Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?

Jan 27, 2026 | Pre-employment Drug Testing

With marijuana legalized for medical or recreational use in most U.S. states, employers face a complex decision on drug testing. Testing can ensure legal compliance, workplace safety, and lower insurance costs, especially in regulated industries. However, tests often cannot prove current impairment, may hinder recruitment and retention, and can perpetuate racial disparities. Businesses must weigh state laws, industry requirements, and workforce needs to decide whether to continue, modify, or eliminate marijuana testing policies.

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