New Hampshire Marijuana Employer Guidelines
“Recreational vs. personal” use of marijuana: We recognize that a majority of the country uses the term “recreational use” when referring to states that have legalized possession and use of limited amounts of marijuana for those over 21.New Hampshire personal and medical use of marijuana.
Medical Use: Governor Hassan signed HB 573-FN (Ch. 126-X:1 to 11) on July 23, 2013, establishing the "Therapeutic Use of Cannabis Program." The law does not restrict employer action. Employers are not required to accommodate the use of medical marijuana on the employer premises. Employers may discipline employees for using marijuana in the workplace or being under the influence of marijuana during working hours.
Personal Use: There are several efforts underway to pass legislation permitting the personal use of marijuana.
For more information regarding marijuana at work refer to Info Cubic’s Drug Screening compliance corner.