In Iowa, medical marijuana patients should know that while the program allows access to cannabis products through licensed dispensaries, state law does not protect employees from being fired if they test positive for cannabis—even if they are registered patients.
Employers must follow strict testing rules, such as providing clear guidelines and allowing retests, but patients working in non‑safety‑sensitive jobs have still faced termination. Random drug testing is only permitted in limited circumstances, so it’s important to understand your workplace’s policies before using medical marijuana.