The city council in Washington, D.C. took a step forward in protecting employees from marijuana restrictions.
In early June, lawmakers unanimously approved a bill that would stop employers from firing employees who fail cannabis tests. To come to fruition, however, the bill needs to be green lit by Mayor Muriel Bowser.
The bill, known as the Cannabis Employment Protections Amendment Act of 2022, protects employees from discrimination against marijuana use, with some exceptions.
If it is enacted, employers would have 60 days to notify employees and prospective employees about their new rights.
While the bill would provide protection for most workers, there are a few parameters. The bill doesn’t protect employees working in safety-sensitive occupations and people who work at courts and the federal government.
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