“We
have all seen the destructive nature of what opioids and other drugs can have
on the life of someone caught in the vicious cycle of addiction, and the harm
it can have on a family and their community. It is vital that
Massachusetts does not stand idly by as families deteriorate and continue to
suffer, and it is time that the legislature puts in place the tools necessary
to seriously combat this issue in an effective and responsible fashion.
The
measure offered by Senate President Therese Murray and Senator John Keenan is a
great starting point and a wonderful opportunity to begin the process of
exchanging ideas to best combat this major issue troubling our society. I
applaud their efforts for creating the vehicle for that to happen, and I look
forward to having a spirited debate on the matter where Senate Republicans will
be active participants.”
