14 Nov 2017

Examine the issues facing communities in the wake of increased heroin abuse

321 S. William Street, Newburgh, New York 12550-5318 321 S. William Street, Newburgh, NY, 12550-5318

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Archived Video

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Senate Joint Task Force on Heroin and Opioid Addiction
Chairs: Senator Christopher Jacobs, Senator Fred Akshar II, and
Senator George A. Amedore, Jr.
Sponsor: Senator William J. Larkin, Jr.
Public Meeting: Examine the issues facing communities in the wake of increased heroin abuse
Place: 321 S. William Street, Newburgh, New York 12550-5318
Time: 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Contact: Daniel Toomey (518) 455-2559, (518) 461-1993
Media Contact: Brian Maher (845) 567-1270, (845) 667-2949
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