Nebraska Drug Testing Law

Nebraska has a very open workplace drug testing law. For example, all types of testing are permitted. Note: This is only a summary and does not include specifics.

Law types(s)

Mandatory law, unemployment compensation law, and workers’ compensation law, and case law.

Legal status of cannabis

Cannabis is prohibited.

Legal status of instant/POCT/rapid testing

Not mentioned.

Permitted drug testing specimens

Body fluid or breath.

Permitted testing circumstances

Not mentioned.

Employers must comply with the entirety of the mandatory law. It is highly recommended that employers comply with all applicable case law.

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This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Nebraska’s state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Nebraska should consult applicable laws in their entirety prior to creating a drug-free workplace program. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein.