U.S. lawmakers and officials are intensifying their efforts to combat the escalating fentanyl and opioid crisis across the nation. Congressman Mike Simpson expressed approval for Idaho Governor @GovernorLittle's actions to address the state's drug threat. Senators John Cornyn and Chris Coons, along with other members of the Senate Law Enforcement Caucus, discussed strategies to tackle the fentanyl epidemic, highlighting the involvement of experts like Dr.Wright from @HaysCISD and community leaders in these discussions. The crisis, exacerbated by the spread of drugs like xylazine, poses a growing risk to communities, prompting discussions on legislation and measures to combat these deadly substances. Efforts include addressing opioid misuse and addiction through initiatives like the Electronic Prescribing for Controlled Substances Act, with discussions also focusing on the impact in rural Iowa.
No community is immune from the fentanyl and opioid crisis, which is why I’m working to stop these dangerous drugs from coming into our country and give our communities the resources they need to fight this epidemic and save lives. https://t.co/yKGWIAQNmP
The deadly opioid epidemic has affected every community across the country - in order to curb opioid misuse and addiction we must take every step forward to save lives. I was proud to co-introduce the Electronic Prescribing for Controlled Substances Act along with…
Last week, I hosted community leaders for a discussion to address the opioid crisis in rural Iowa. We can and must do more to save lives. Conversations like these are critical as we address this epidemic as a community. https://t.co/paJIqcBObv
Fentanyl and xylazine have caused irreparable harm to families across America. Today, @JohnCornyn & I convened a Senate Law Enforcement Caucus roundtable to discuss how these drugs challenge law enforcement, doctors, and communities—and how we can tackle this challenge together. https://t.co/owKpb6qLc7
As Co-Chair of the Senate Law Enforcement Caucus, I’ve seen just how serious the fentanyl epidemic is in TX & around the nation. That’s why @ChrisCoons & I brought together experts from around the country, including @drwrighthays, to discuss the work to combat this deadly drug. https://t.co/7580I0C8up
All of us have been impacted by the fentanyl crisis, and as xylazine begins to spread, the risk to our communities is growing. Today, I joined law enforcement and public health officials for a discussion on the importance of passing our legislation to combat these deadly drugs. https://t.co/Smj7Ccxcbh
Thanks to Dr.Wright, Superintendent of Hays Consolidated Independent School District for joining the Senate Law Enforcement caucus hearing on the Fentanyl Crisis. @HaysCISD https://t.co/KKvYJoElvy
The flood of fentanyl and illicit drugs entering our state threatens the health and safety of all Idahoans. I am pleased to see @GovernorLittle crack down on Idaho's growing drug threat and sign this important bill into law. https://t.co/9diX0by22y