Montpelier, Vt. – Phil Scott today issued the following statement on the recent spike in opiate overdoses:
“The recent spike in opiate overdoses in my hometown of Barre is an important reminder of the dangers of addiction and the work we still have ahead of us as a state to combat this public health crisis.
“Earlier this month, at an event with members of the Vermont Sheriffs’ Association in Rutland, I laid out my comprehensive plan to combat opiate addiction. Addiction – and opiate addiction specifically – affects all Vermonters. It isn’t just a city problem or a young people problem or a Vermont problem – it has become an issue for all people in all communities across the nation.
“My 10-point Opioid Action Plan focuses on facilitating collaboration to strengthen our education/prevention, treatment and enforcement strategies.
“As Governor, my administration will work with partners in local and federal government, and with health care providers, to ensure that Vermont has a long-term, forward-thinking approach to addiction prevention and recovery.”
To learn more about Phil’s 10-point Opioid Action Plan, visit the plans page on our website here.
Phil Scott: Leadership that Listens
Lieutenant Governor Phil Scott has been a consistent voice of reason and common sense in Montpelier. Phil is running for Governor to make growing the economy and making Vermont more affordable Montpelier’s top priorities. Read about Phil Scott’s plans at www.philscott.org.