Alfred has been working for Canyon,Inc.for 12 years,with regular positive performance reviews and promotions.Roger has only been working for Canyon for 3 years.Alfred also has more management qualifications.Yet when a management position is open,Alfred's supervisor advises that Alfred should NOT be promoted to that position.His reason is that he has recently learned that Alfred regularly attends a Narcotics Anonymous support group.Although Alfred has been clean for 16 years,there is fear that he could relapse.What is true?

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits employers from discriminating against employees or job applicants who have a history of drug abuse, as long as they are not currently using drugs and are qualified to perform the essential functions of the job. Attending a Narcotics Anonymous support group is evidence of Alfred's efforts to overcome his previous addiction and maintain his sobriety. Therefore, Canyon's decision not to promote Alfred based on his attendance at the support group is a violation of the ADA.

Alfred Has Been Working for Canyon,Inc