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politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Seattle's Drug Policy Faces Criticism and Rejection from City Council.

The Downtown Seattle Association and Seattle Chamber of Commerce have criticized Seattle City Council member Andrew Lewis for rejecting a new drug possession law. Lewis had previously been endorsed by the Downtown Seattle Association, but the group has since distanced itself from him. Lewis cited concerns about the elimination of community court and the need for a full vetting of the proposal and financial impacts as reasons for his vote. Proponents argue that without a written enforcement code, it would deter police from arresting anyone for dealing or using hard drugs in public and in theory, decriminalizing drugs in Seattle.

via KOMO News|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Washington Governor Calls for Special Session to Address Drug Possession Law.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee plans to call a special legislative session to pass a new drug possession law before the current law expires on July 1. If not passed, it could lead to the legalization of all drug possession in the state. The state's Supreme Court overturned the previous law that made drug possession a felony, and lawmakers passed a temporary law that made it a misdemeanor. The governor's office said that several cities and counties have announced their intent to pass their own ordinances, creating a confusing patchwork of policies. The issue comes amid a nationwide fentanyl drug crisis and renewed debates about the best policies to address drug use and addiction.

via CNN|

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