Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing: SB 1557 Fiscal and Social Impact

This report examines workplace drug and alcohol testing, emphasizing the significance of health policies in the workplace. It discusses the widespread use of drugs and alcohol and their detrimental effects on employees, colleagues, and the general public. The report highlights Senate Bill 1557, signed by the Illinois Governor, which alters marijuana law and addresses workplace provisions. It analyzes the fiscal and social impacts of the bill, including reduced costs and improved working environments. The report also includes student recommendations for the bill's implementation in schools, emphasizing its potential to prevent substance abuse and improve performance. References from the National Institute on Drug Abuse and other academic sources support the findings.