Parents at the roundtable had a chance to share their stories with Sen. John Cornyn and Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot.
The group of parents discussed the effects of fentanyl with Senator John Cornyn in Carrollton on Monday.
Senator Cornyn wanted to hold the roundtable discussion as he drafts the Substance Use Disorder Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Act of 2023. It would ensure those dealing with substance use disorders have greater access to treatment and support. An example is"That program aims to work alongside first responders to connect with individuals who have survived an overdose within the last 24 to 72 hours," said Becky Tinney, the Director of Special Projects for the Recovery Resource Council.
Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot says his office is currently tracking 224 fentanyl cases in cities all across the country. He is working with state lawmakers in support of an overdose mapping bill that would track overdoses, whether the person lives or dies.
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