The program was authorized under President Reagan's 1986 executive order for a "drug-free workplace."
"Until you have a drug-free workplace you don't realize how prevalent it is."
Companies in accident-prone industries usually want to maintain a drug-free workplace to keep their insurance rates down.
Among them are laws on fair housing, drug-free workplaces, clean air, child abuse, ocean dumping and highway safety.
The certification says the grantee certifies that it will provide a drug-free workplace.
The statement concluded: "The league, the players, and the players union all recognize the value of a drug-free workplace.
Provides information to businesses about how to establish and maintain an alcohol- and drug-free workplace.
Gives information about workplace substance abuse issues and the development of drug-free workplace programs.
They are a foundation of drug-free workplaces in countless American organizations.
The department is taking the action under President Reagan's executive order calling for a drug-free workplace.