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.
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 |
See how support for each position on “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 314k New Zealand voters.
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See how importance of “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 314k New Zealand voters.
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Yes - test all receiving money from the government, including employees, beneficiaries and politicians and arrange treatment if required.
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Only if they have a criminal history relating to drug abuse, then treatment should be provided for those testing positive
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Allow tolerance for cannabis, test and enforce a ban of hard drugs.
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Not if your including cannabis as a drug.
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Yes everyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians also random testing. If positive then be terminated after a month
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