State Rep. Gail Riecken Speaks In Favor Of Legislation To Fight Drug Abuse

Senate Bill 271, which passed 92-2 on the House floor this past week, establishes the Indiana Commission to Combat Drug Abuse (ICCDA).

“We have a serious drug problem in Indiana. I believe that leadership on the state level is necessary to implement change,” said Riecken.

“I congratulate our Indiana leadership and everyone who has worked to ensure the success of this bill. Through its application, I believe we can have a greater impact on preventing drug abuse in the state.”

The legislation introduces a number of duties that the ICCDA would undertake, ensuring that state agencies collaborate and share information on substance abuse prevention, treatment, and enforcement programming and funding.

“I am so pleased to see this legislation move forward,” concluded Riecken. “Through the establishment of the ICCDA, I believe we will see a great advancement in the fight against drug abuse in Indiana.”

The bill now moves to the governor’s desk for final consideration.