Political Quotes

“I thank Chairman Scott and Ranking Member Keller from the State of Pennsylvania for their support of this much-needed legislation. Alcohol and substance misuse is a devastating issue across the country and on college campuses. It steals the dreams and futures of too many of our community. I lost two brothers to addiction--alcohol and drug misuse. That misuse began during their time in college. My family has never recovered from the loss of those two beautiful brothers of mine, and I understand all too well the pain substance misuse inflicts on students, their families, and their communities. Sadly, my family's story is not unique in New Mexico or across this country. Since the start of the pandemic, States have reported increased numbers of drug overdoses. Campuses have reported increased mental health concerns in students as well. College students who deal with substance misuse and addiction often find themselves isolated and without a support network. Congress has an opportunity to address this serious issue by making sure that colleges and universities support students through strong prevention and recovery programs. I don't want to see another headline or obituary of a promising young person lost to overdose. That is why I introduced the bipartisan Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act along with Representatives Dusty Johnson, Lucy McBath, John Joyce, and Michael Guest.…”