Gavarone 'Relapse Reduction Act' Heads to the Governor
April 7, 2022
Theresa Gavarone News
COLUMBUS—State Senator Theresa Gavarone (R-Huron) this week announced her legislation, which increases penalties for predatory drug traffickers who target people participating in drug treatment programs, will soon be on the Governor's desk for a signature.
Senate Bill 25, also known as the 'Relapse Reduction Act,' is modeled after current law that increases penalties for certain drug offenses that occur near schools and juveniles.
“A big focus of mine has been to encourage people suffering from addiction to seek treatment and also to come down harder on drug dealers who try to exploit these vulnerable people,” Gavarone said. “Senate Bill 25 will move Ohio forward in the fight against the opioid epidemic."
The bill includes an amendment to designate April as Sexual Assault Prevention Awareness Month in Ohio.
"I look forward to seeing this important legislation become law in the coming days," added Gavarone.
To learn more about Senate Bill 25, click here.
Senate Bill 25, also known as the 'Relapse Reduction Act,' is modeled after current law that increases penalties for certain drug offenses that occur near schools and juveniles.
“A big focus of mine has been to encourage people suffering from addiction to seek treatment and also to come down harder on drug dealers who try to exploit these vulnerable people,” Gavarone said. “Senate Bill 25 will move Ohio forward in the fight against the opioid epidemic."
The bill includes an amendment to designate April as Sexual Assault Prevention Awareness Month in Ohio.
"I look forward to seeing this important legislation become law in the coming days," added Gavarone.
To learn more about Senate Bill 25, click here.