California Kills Series of Bills Increasing Sentencing for Fentanyl Dealers

California Kills Series of Bills Increasing Sentencing for Fentanyl Dealers
Michelle Leopold speaks at a rally in front of City Hall in San Francisco on Aug. 21, 2022, while holding a photo of her son Trevor who was a victim of fentanyl poisoning. Jason Blair/NTD Television
Travis Gillmore
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Despite bipartisan support targeting fentanyl distribution, California legislators ended discussion this week on bills in Assembly and Senate committees to strengthen enforcement for dealers and manufacturers.

“We are in the middle of an epidemic, and these lawmakers have to take it seriously,” Pamela Smith told The Epoch Times March 30 in reaction to the stalled bills.

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