For many years, criminal justice advocates have been pleading with the General Assembly to take stock of outdated laws and make sure they meet the needs of Kentuckians today. Many of these conversations have rightfully focused on how the criminal justice system approaches individuals in the strongholds of addiction. From[Read More…]
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Woman completes drug recovery, supports bill ensuring ‘recovery ready’ communities
In 2017, Desiree Powell of Bowling Green was incarcerated for drug charges. Today, she’s using her experience navigating the criminal justice system to advocate for her fellow Kentuckians who are struggling with substance use disorders. As Kentucky continues to deal with a major addiction epidemic, Desiree is calling on legislators[Read More…]