Here is a summary of Assembly Bill 2188, a new California law that protects employees who consume cannabis off the job. The bill prohibits employers from discriminating against potential or current employees based on marijuana use when they are not working. It also limits the type of drug tests employers can use.
The key points are:
• AB 2188 makes it illegal for employers to discriminate against applicants or employees based on off-the-job marijuana use.
• The bill prohibits employers from using urine or hair tests that can detect cannabis metabolites for weeks after use. However, employers can still use tests that detect active THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis.
• Some industries like construction are exempt from the bill. Federal contractors and positions requiring drug tests are also exempt.
• The bill gives cannabis consumers more protection and freedom to use marijuana responsibly outside of work.
• Employers can still enforce drug-free workplaces but must adjust their drug testing policies to comply with the new law.
• Employees still cannot use or be impaired by cannabis while on the job. Employers can still fire workers for being under the influence at work.
• Employees still cannot use or be impaired by cannabis while on the job. Employers can still fire workers for being under the influence at work.
In summary, Assembly Bill 2188 aims to protect employees who use cannabis responsibly off the job while still allowing employers to maintain drug-free workplaces.
