5 U.S. states have passed laws requiring welfare recipients to be tested for drugs. Proponents argue that testing will prevent public funds from being used to subsidize drugs habits and help get treatment for those that are addicted to drugs. Opponents argue that it is a waste of money since the tests will cost more money than they save.
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Māori electorate
Response rates from 315k New Zealand voters.
70% Yes |
30% No |
60% Yes |
24% No |
7% Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
4% No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse |
2% Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
1% No, this is a waste of time and money |
1% Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 315k New Zealand voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 315k New Zealand voters.
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Unique answers from New Zealand voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9FCFHRF2yrs2Y
Yes - test all receiving money from the government, including employees, beneficiaries and politicians and arrange treatment if required.
@9DZNYXK2yrs2Y
Only if they have a criminal history relating to drug abuse, then treatment should be provided for those testing positive
@9FKF6QW1yr1Y
Yes, treatment should be provided and a warning given, repeated offence results in termination of benefits
@B3VRZCX2wks2W
Yes, but only based on suspicion/evidence. Past criminal history, drug abuse. Any suspicious behavior that is deemed to be under the influence of drugs
@9G6XXG41yr1Y
Yes everyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians also random testing. If positive then be terminated after a month
@9G3XLKF1yr1Y
Only those deemed both physically and mentally capable of working (but might be unemployed) and above the age of 16
@9G2VHHM1yr1Y
Absolutely - I have to be drug tested in my place of employment. If you are on a benefit then don't sit around taking drugs on my money. However, it could be replaced with your rent and amenites are paid for, and food grants given to ensure children are not impacted. If you have no dependents, a positive test is end of entitlements to welfare support.
@9G256771yr1Y
No, but screening/background family checks could help with finding people who are abusing the welfare system for drug money
