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Hound Labs Conducts National Survey About Employer Attitudes Toward Marijuana Legalization

A new survey of employers in several industries across the country indicates concern about marijuana legalization and increased use.

“The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has determined that smoking cannabis less than three hours prior to operating a motor vehicle impairs judgment and compromises driving performance”

“In study after study, marijuana has been shown to impair judgment, alertness, concentration, coordination and reaction time. On its own, marijuana is thought to double a driver’s risk of being in a crash. When mixed with alcohol, the risk of an accident can increase as much as 20 times.”

“Laboratory studies show a link between recent marijuana use and driving skills, especially at high dosages. Marijuana is increasing in prevalence among drivers”