11.8.4 Using Test Results for W-2 and Foodshare

The time frame that a drug test is valid for the W-2 Wisconsin Works and FoodShare programs is 30 calendar days.

Use the following rules to determine when to apply test results from one program to the other program:

A negative test result (a passed test) can be used in either program’s application if an individual applied for both programs within 30 calendar days.

A positive test result (a failed test) cannot be applied across programs. The individual will be able to re-test when applying for the second program.

If an individual takes a second test for eligibility for the second program, a negative test result will only impact eligibility for the application of the second program. The first program’s eligibility determination or sanction will remain in place.

EXAMPLE 1 : Liz applies for W-2 on January 5 and reports a drug felony conviction. She agrees to take the drug test scheduled for January 9 as a condition of her placement in a CSJ Community Service Job placement. The test results come back negative, and no sanction is applied to her W-2 payment. On January 23, Liz applies for FoodShare. The worker checks the Drug Felon page in CWW CARES Worker Web and sees that a drug test with a negative test result was taken within the last 30 days. The worker can accept these results and process the application for FoodShare.