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OH HR299
Resolution
Status
4/11/2018
Primary Sponsor
Ron Young
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AI Summary
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Recognizes the efforts and accomplishments of faith-based communities in providing support and assistance to individuals suffering from opioid and other drug abuse and addiction.
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Notes that America lost at least 568,699 citizens from drug overdoses between 1999 and 2015, exceeding total casualties from World War I, World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and the Global War on Terror combined.
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Cites Ohio Department of Health data showing 4,050 overdose deaths in 2016 alone, compared to 411 fatal overdoses in 2000, with opioid abuse costing Ohio $6.6 to $8.8 billion annually in 2015.
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Expresses the House's intent to consider future legislation that would provide greater recognition to faith-based communities for their successes and commitment in combating opioid and drug abuse.
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Directs the Clerk of the House to transmit authenticated copies of the resolution to the Governor and Ohio news media.
Legislative Description
To recognize the efforts and successes of the faith-based community in supporting and assisting individuals who are suffering from opioid and other drug abuse and addiction.
Last Action
Adopted
4/11/2018