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JANUARY 2024
NEWSLETTER
Report Shows Nation's First Overdose Prevention Centers Are Safe and Effective
A new report shows that New York City's two overdose prevention centers have prevented hundreds of overdose deaths and related harms in their first year. The report urges the opening of expanding these services across the country.
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Biden Pardons Thousands of People Convicted of Marijuana Offences
In December, President Biden pardoned thousands of people for federal marijuana offenses. This move was welcome, but it demonstrates that he has yet to fulfil his promise to decriminalize marijuana.
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Experience the Magic of the 2023 International Drug Policy Reform Conference
More than 1,400 drug policy reformers came together in Phoenix to find alternatives to the war on drugs at the International Drug Policy Reform Conference. Our new video shows some of our favorite moments.
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Public Health Professionals Warn Against Criminalizing Xylazine
Congress has passed legislation to criminalize xylazine. Experts have warned that this approach may make the drug supply more dangerous.
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Advocates Urge Oregon Governor to Reject Failed Drug War Policies
An Oregon task force has called for the roll back of the state’s landmark drug decriminalization and treatment law. DPA urges leaders to improve access to health services and social supports instead.
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Vermont Moves to Fund Overdose Prevention Centers
Vermont officials took steps to use opioid settlement funds to launch overdose prevention centers (OPCs) in the state. This important step forward comes after years of study by policymakers and health experts.
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4 Facts You CANNOT Ignore About the Overdose Crisis
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Drug Policy In The News
Marijuana Moment - More States Set to Legalize Marijuana and Psychedelics In 2024
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New York Times - This Law From 1986 Keeps Addiction Help in the Shadows
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NPR - 'Just Say No' Didn't Actually Protect Students from Drugs. Here's What Could
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Filter - US Ramps Up Financial Crackdown on Mexican Drug Trafficking Orgs
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The Hill - California Workers Who Smoke Weed Will Have New Protections In 2024
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NBC News - Group of Volunteers Going Against California Law to Help Prevent Overdoses
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