Okla. Stat. tit. 56, § 56-230.59
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Substance abuse study
Official statutory text
A. The Department of Human Services, working with the
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, shall
conduct a study to determine the extent to which substance abuse
interferes with the ability of recipients in the Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to secure and maintain
employment leading to self sufficiency.
B. The study shall include, but not be limited to, an
assessment of the extent of the substance abuse problem among public
assistance recipients in this state, the availability of a range of
treatment resources statewide, and consideration of the use of drug
testing, sanctions, and other tools recognized in successful
intervention models, as well as the safety of any children involved.
C. The Department shall issue a report of its findings and any
recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature not later than
June 1, 1998.
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, shall
conduct a study to determine the extent to which substance abuse
interferes with the ability of recipients in the Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to secure and maintain
employment leading to self sufficiency.
B. The study shall include, but not be limited to, an
assessment of the extent of the substance abuse problem among public
assistance recipients in this state, the availability of a range of
treatment resources statewide, and consideration of the use of drug
testing, sanctions, and other tools recognized in successful
intervention models, as well as the safety of any children involved.
C. The Department shall issue a report of its findings and any
recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature not later than
June 1, 1998.
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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