Kim Botteicher runs a flower shop and nonprofit organization in Bolivar, Pennsylvania, helping people affected by the drug epidemic. Her organization, FAVOR ~ Western PA, supports individuals with substance use disorder by providing housing, jobs, and health care. Botteicher has also made sterile syringes available to prevent diseases among drug users. However, distributing syringes is considered illegal in Pennsylvania due to the state’s drug paraphernalia law. Opioid settlements could support syringe services, but legal barriers exist. Legislation to legalize syringe services has progressed in Pennsylvania, yet faces challenges in the legislature. Botteicher hopes for changes to help those in need.
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