Issue Position: Opioids

Issue Position

A Matter Of Life Or Death.
Everyday you open the paper and see "sudden cause of death" in the obituary section. That's code for overdose. Whether urban, suburban or rural, our families are suffering from readily accessible fentanyl-laced drugs. One victim described the addiction as so strong it's like a need for oxygen. The time for task forces is over. We need an immediate investment in preventative education and mental health services. We also need more funding for local treatment centers and family counseling. We cannot wait.

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