Our communities face a devastating opioid and fentanyl crisis, with countless lives lost to overdose and addiction.
John Mannion believes in treatment and recovery, public awareness, and education. He recently passed a bill through the New York State Legislature requiring opioid antagonists, like Narcan, in public buildings in the State, similar to how Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are currently available. Through the state budget process, John also voted for record funding to combat opioid and drug addiction.
In Congress, John Mannion is committed to holding bad actors accountable for perpetuating the crisis while expanding treatments for Substance Use Disorders. His priorities include:
- Increasing Access to Resources for Treatment and Recovery: Increasing the availability and accessibility of addiction treatment services, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), to support those struggling with substance use disorders.
- Expanding the Workforce: Implementing programs to recruit and retain skilled healthcare providers to provide life-saving substance use disorder treatment services.
- Supporting Community-Based Prevention Programs: Investing in local initiatives that educate and engage communities in preventing opioid misuse and supporting those in recovery.
