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Mandatory Drug Testing for Congress: New Transparency Rules

This bill introduces mandatory, random drug testing for members of the House of Representatives and the Senate. It aims to increase transparency and accountability for individuals holding important public offices. Citizens can expect their representatives to undergo regular checks, which may impact trust in government institutions.
Key points
All members of Congress (House and Senate) will be randomly tested for illegal substances once per term.
Positive test results will be reported to the relevant ethics committees, and refusal to participate or a positive result will be publicly disclosed.
The cost of the tests will be reimbursed by the members of Congress themselves, not taxpayers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HCONRES_35
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2025-06-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Exposing Congressional Drug Abuse Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HCONRES_35.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All members of Congress (House and Senate) will be randomly tested for illegal substances once per term.
  • Positive test results will be reported to the relevant ethics committees, and refusal to participate or a positive result will be publicly disclosed.
  • The cost of the tests will be reimbursed by the members of Congress themselves, not taxpayers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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