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Toke of the Town - Arizona: Medical Marijuana Law Would Protect Workers:

"What happened in Michigan to a WalMart worker who was fired for testing positive for doctor-recommended medical marijuana probably could not happen in Arizona -- if voters approve a ballot measure in November."

The ballot measure also contains anti-discrimination provisions, including one that says an employer cannot make hiring, firing and disciplinary decisions based on a person's status as a medical marijuana card holder.

Possibly more significant, the protection extends to someone who tests positive unless the company could prove the person used or possessed marijuana on the job, or was "impaired" during work hours.

Two labor lawyers said that will present challenges for Arizona companies in proving exactly what "impairment" occurs from marijuana use.

Andrew Myers, campaign manager for the Arizona medical marijuana initiative, said it is, in fact, the intent of backers to protect workers from being fired for testing positive on the job.

Now, if you have a habit of Funyons and Yoo-Hoo for snacky time, it might be time for a change.