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Federal workers face drug tests; Proposal calls for using hair, sweat, saliva samples.

Publication: The Washington Times
Publication Date: 07-APR-04 		Format: Online - approximately 709 words
Delivery: Immediate Online Access
Full Article Title: Federal workers face drug tests; Proposal calls for using hair, sweat, saliva samples.(NATION)

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Byline: Audrey Hudson, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

The federal government will soon use hair, sweat and saliva samples to test whether some 400,000 of its employees are using illegal drugs.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) yesterday announced the new rule that becomes effective in 180 days after a public-comment period. However, an agency spokeswoman said the more likely timetable for such testing to begin is next year.

About 400,000 federal workers who carry guns, have security clearance, deal with national security, and even presidential appointees can be subjected to the new testing procedures.

"Hopefully, federal employees found to be using illegal drugs...

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