In 2014 the government denied a proposal to subject welfare recipients to drug testing. Proponents including Liberal-National Party MP George Christensen argued that anyone receiving taxpayer funded benefits should be able to demonstrate that they are drug-free. Opponents, including Greens MP Adam Bandt, argued that if welfare recipients were subject to testing MPs should be as well.
68% Yes |
32% No |
59% Yes |
26% No |
6% Yes, but provide treatment for those testing positive |
5% No, only if they have a criminal history related to drug abuse |
2% Yes, test anyone receiving money from the government including employees and politicians |
2% No, this is a waste of time and money |
1% Yes, and immediately terminate benefits for anyone testing positive |
See how support for each position on “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 353k Australia voters.
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See how importance of “Welfare Drug Testing” has changed over time for 353k Australia voters.
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Unique answers from Australia users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9HJY34R4mos4MO
Yes, if they have a history and are exhibiting the signs of drug abuse after an interview with a professional
@8KRDKB53yrs3Y
if testing is deemed necessary then politicians and government workers receiving gov money should also be tested and those that are testing positive should be provided with help rather than punished
@8NY8LJY3yrs3Y
Maybe, but only if they provide support as drug addiction is an illness just as any other.
@8GZ8L9C4yrs4Y
No, but decrease money given and give food stamp equivalents instead. Also, if found to be addicted to drugs regularly check in on dependents (eg. kids).
@9KYHPTP1mo1MO
No, the lawmakers need to be tested for cocaine and heroin. They should also not be allowed to be drunk on the job.
@9KVL7Q61mo1MO
If they are homeless yes if they are just old and don't work anymore they can consent to test if they wish.
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