In 2015, Juneau lost six people to heroin overdoses. Other Southeast communities also saw overdoses and deaths from opiate drugs. Also in 2015, Sen. Johnny Ellis, a Democrat from Anchorage, introduced Senate Bill 23. This law allows the medication Narcan to be available to the public without a prescription. Narcan stops an opiate overdose.
Cathy stepped up and not only cosponsored the bill but worked with our group, Stop Heroin-Start Talking, and all legislators across the lines to get SB 23 passed — unanimously. She also worked on other laws to help stop the scourge of heroin and opiates across Alaska.
In getting to know and work with Cathy, I can tell you she is a great Juneauite. As our representative she works hard and makes a difference for Southeast Alaska. During this tight budget crisis, Southeast needs her experience and know-how.
Michele Morgan,
Juneau Stop Heroin, Start Talking