A New Form Of Fentanyl Hits Idaho Targeting Kids
When people ask us in the Substance Abuse Prevention Field how young should we be talking to kids about Drug and Alcohol use? With the legalization of Marijuana and high potency THC being added to...
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Former Drug Dealer Pushes For Tougher Drug Penalties
As the Senate debate (in Colorado) on the fentanyl bill begins Thursday, one man wants lawmakers to know what it's like to be on the streets, and why all possession needs to be dealt with in...
Legal Marijuana Does Not Stop The Black Market
As we have discussed before, the expansion of black market cartel grows in legalized states is one of the most obvious of the grim realities produced by foolish laws and policies.
Sheriff’s...
Senate Bill 1285 Attack On Local Control?
Senate Bill 1285 - The purpose of this legislation is to ensure uniform laws on the sale of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes across the state by preventing local authorities from...
Board Elections are open
We are excited to see so many people looking to take on new responsibilities here at CCI. As our current board members look to move into new spots on our board, that creates...
Prevention related bills for the 2022 Legislative Session
The 2021 Idaho Legislative Session was a long and turbulent session. Much that was the driving force behind last session was Covid and Drug Policy.
Last year showed us what the Covid...
Help us to develop a 5-year strategic plan for prevention in Idaho!
Please mark your calendars!
The Idaho Office of Drug Policy (ODP) is working with JBS International to develop a statewide five-year strategic plan that will guide...
Local Control of Tobacco Laws Under Attack in Idaho Senate
One tool that has been very impactful for prevention efforts is local control. States where marijuana legalization has been exacted it is local control that has done anything to limit...
Idaho retailers want the age to be able to serve alcohol lowered!
While you were probably celebrating with the love of your life the Idaho Retailers Association were busy introducing a bill that would lower the legal age a teenager can serve or handle...
Idaho State Meetings with Idaho Legislators - CADCA Forum 2022
Spokesperson: David Phillips Executive Director CCI
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“Thank you so much for taking time to meet with all of us”
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“We are all substance abuse prevention advocates in our...