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Mississippi Representative Lee Yancey Capitol Interview
Mississippi Representative Lee Yancey Capitol Interview
Mississippi Representative Lee Yancey Capitol Interview
Tuesday 17th January 2023
Mississippi Rep. Lee Yancey talks about decriminalizing fentanyl test strips and their role in saving lives on Recovery Lab.
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Get the buttons here!Lee Yancey on Decriminalizing Fentanyl Test Strips: A Life-Saving Debate
We need to fight the drug war, but at the same time, we don't have to allow young people who make mistakes to die in the process.
Imagine a tool that could save countless lives, yet it's considered illegal. That's the reality Mississippi Representative Lee Yancey is tackling head-on in this eye-opening episode of Recovery Lab. Yancey sits down with host Daniel to discuss his bill aimed at decriminalizing fentanyl test strips, a crucial step in the fight against the opioid crisis.
These strips, currently classified as drug paraphernalia, could be game-changers in preventing overdoses by allowing users to detect the presence of deadly fentanyl in their substances. But it's not just about changing laws; it's about changing minds. Yancey stresses the importance of awareness campaigns, especially targeting middle and high school students, to educate them on the dangers lurking in recreational drugs. The conversation doesn't stop there. Yancey also dives into the complexities of regulating kratom, another controversial substance.
He acknowledges the fine line between fighting the drug war and ensuring that young people who make mistakes aren't paying with their lives. This episode is a compelling mix of policy discussion, personal conviction, and a call to action. It's a must-listen for anyone invested in addiction recovery, harm reduction, or simply curious about how legislation can impact real lives.