Drug Policy

Senator Brownsberger stood with Senate President Murray and fellow Senators at the President’s May 8th press conference as she announced her plan to address the need for long-term substance abuse treatment in the Commonwealth. Senator Brownsberger serves on the Senate Special Committee on Drug Abuse and Treatment Options. The Senate took up bill S2133 in formal session today (5/13). It passed unanimously, including an …

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Hi Will It may be appropriate to add a sub-category under “Justice” that deals with issues around controlled substances, particularly given the timeliness of the marijuana issue. At the very least, it would be valuable to discuss your position in detail — on decriminalization, medical, and legalization of various substances. Cheers, Adam

Senator Brownsberger submitted the following written testimony to the Joint Committee on Public Safety. TO:          Committee on Public Safety  FROM:     Senator William N. Brownsberger  RE:           S1112, An Act relative to the establishment of      independent forensic sciences laboratories and the oversight and accreditation of such laboratories.  DATE:       February 11, 2014  I am writing in support of S1112, …

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