• The FDNY says it will no longer test for marijuana at random or in pre-employment screenings.
• There will be testing for cause if a member is thought to be impaired.
• The NYPD says it’s consulting with the law department over possible conflicts with preexisting federal law.

Despite the city’s legal department’s directives to the contrary; the NYPD continues to test its members for marijuana use. While debates over state legislation are ongoing, the NYPD claims; that policy won’t alter.

It claims that it is seeking legal advice on potential inconsistencies; with existing federal law.

The FDNY has announced that it would no longer conduct; pre-employment drug tests or random marijuana tests.

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However, if a member is believed to be handicapped; there will be testing to determine the cause.

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