Press Release: Representative Smith votes to Recriminalize Drugs in Oregon
The Honorable Greg Smith
Oregon House of Representatives
District 57
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 29, 2024
Representative Smith votes to Recriminalize Drugs in Oregon
SALEM, Ore. – Today, House Bill 4002 passed the Oregon House of Representatives. Representative Greg Smith (R-Heppner) voted in favor of the legislation because it recriminainalizes hard drugs and provides more pathways to treatment for those struggling with addiction.
“Our Police Chiefs, County Sheriffs, District Attorneys, Counties, and Cities believe that HB 4002 strikes a balance between criminal accountably and the need for adequate access to behavioral health resources,” said Representative Smith, “I wholeheartedly agree and was proud to support this legislation, it’s justice with mercy”.
Representative Greg Smith is currently serving his twelfth term as a State Representative, making him the longest serving member in the Oregon Legislature, as well as the 4th longest serving State Representative in Oregon history. He holds a gavel as the Co-Chair of the Joint Ways and Means Subcommittee on General Government. Representative Smith also serves as the Co-Vice Chair of the full Joint Ways and Means Committee. Additionally, he is the ranking member on the House Revenue Committee. To reach out, please visit Rep Smith’s Facebook Page or send him an email at rep.gregsmith@oregonlegislature.gov
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Representative Greg Smith
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