Illinois Drug Testing Law
Illinois has cannabis laws that restrict how an employer may respond to a cannabis-positive drug test. The state workers’ compensation law requires compliance with DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations. A separate law exists that mandates and regulates drug testing by public works employers. The workers’ compensation law in Illinois contains its own drug testing requirements. Employers are not required to comply unless they wish to deny workers’ compensation claims. Note: This is only a summary and does not include specifics.
Law types(s)
Industry specific laws, unemployment compensation law, and workers’ compensation law.
Legal status of cannabis
Medical and recreational cannabis are permitted.
Legal status of instant/POCT/rapid testing
Not mentioned.
Permitted drug testing specimens
Not mentioned.
Permitted testing circumstances
Not mentioned.
Employers in Illinois should pay special attention to the state’s cannabis laws. Additionally, employers in impacted industries must comply with applicable industry specific law(s).
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This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Illinois’ state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Illinois should consult applicable laws in their entirety prior to creating a drug-free workplace program. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein.
