As many states that require drug screening for benefits have found out, drug screening has: found few 'fails', incurred added costs to providing services, and adds a shaming burden on those already asking for help to pee in a cup. The overwhelming truth is that the poor cannot afford drugs, often the ones they are prescribed. Yes there are always cheats, but let's start at the top and have both houses pass the same test they expect their constituents to pass, or forfeit pension, insurance, and salary.