State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) has been appointed to serve on the Joint Committee On Addiction and Community Safety Response.
This committee will have the task of reviewing Measure 110 and proposing solutions to the public safety and behavioral health crises the state of Oregon is facing.
“This is going to be a very challenging committee, as we are tackling very serious issues. My approach will be one of justice and mercy,” Smith said. “Oregon must hold people accountable for the crimes they have committed but the State must also ensure that people in crisis have adequate access to resources. Striking a balance between criminal accountably and the need for behavioral health resources will be key to this committee’s success”.
