We’re devastated to lose of one of drug policy reform’s incredible leaders Naomi Burke-Shyne. Naomi was a steady and tremendous ally, who pushed for rigor, results, and innovation. She led Harm Reduction International with fire and persistence and took the organization and our movement to new heights. The way she smiled with her whole being anchored all of us who knew her, including many at DPA. We’re grateful to have worked with her, and we are better because of her. Rest well friend. (fb)

What happened this week in drug policy? ❇️The House passed Reconciliation Bill with $715B in Medicaid cuts. Tell the Senate to stop the cuts: https://engage.drugpolicy.org/secure/tell-senate-stop-cuts-medicaid-and-essential-health-services?ms=CA7_2504SenateFundingCuts&utm_campaign=fy25social&utm_medium=social&sc=&utm_source=2504lnk3SenateFundingCuts&cid=701Qr00000AhT7XIAV ❇️Parents impacted by addiction met to urge Congress to fund health care, not more enforcement. ❇️Budget documents reveal Oregon used addiction service funds on cops and prosecutors. (fb)