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On the recordAugust 4, 2026
While Vermont has seen a decrease in overdose deaths in recent years, our work to help those struggling with addiction isn’t over—far from it. We need to do everything in our power to support folks on the road to recovery, especially in rural communities, where substance use disorder treatment and resources are harder to come by.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont

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Addressing the ongoing challenges of addiction in Vermont.

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