Iowa Drug Testing Law
Iowa is a drug testing friendly state though some restrictions apply. Note: This is only a summary and does not include specifics.
Law types(s)
Mandatory laws, case law, unemployment compensation law, and workers’ compensation law.
Legal status of cannabis
Medical cannabis is permitted.
Legal status of instant/POCT/rapid testing
Not mentioned.
Permitted drug testing specimens
Blood, breath, urine, oral fluid, and hair are all permitted, though restrictions apply for each of them.
Permitted testing circumstances
Pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, periodic exam, return-to-duty, random, and follow-up testing are permitted, though some restrictions apply. See laws for full details.
Employers in Iowa must comply with the mandatory laws in their entirety. It is highly recommended that employers comply with all applicable case law.
Want to have access to Iowa’s laws in their entirety, including specific information pertaining to workplace drug testing highlighted for your convenience? Sign up for Current Compliance, the only state drug testing law database.
This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Iowa’s state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Iowa 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.
