In Eastern Associated Coal Corporation v. United Mine Workers of America, District 17, James Smith worked for Eastern as a member of a road crew, a job that required him to drive heavy trucks on public highways. In March 1996, Smith tested positive for marijuana. Eastern sought to discharge Smith. In July 1997, he again tested positive for marijuana. Eastern again sought to discharge Smith. The District Court, while recognizing a strong regulation-based public policy against drug use by workers who perform safety-sensitive functions, held that Smith's:

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The District Court held that Smith's conditional reinstatement did not violate public policy, recognizing the importance of addressing drug use while also considering the mechanisms of labor arbitration and agreements.

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