After 21 years, Congress finally removed language prohibiting the use of federal dollars to fund syringe exchange services. The Coalition is hosting this bipartisan celebration to recognize leaders in Congress, to honor community advocates, and to remind everyone that there is still work to be done to ensure these lifesaving services are fully implemented.
Confirmed honorees and members of congress attending:
⢠Representative José Serrano (NY)
⢠Representative Barbara Lee (CA)
⢠Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL)
⢠Dave Purchase, The North American Syringe Exchange Network
⢠The Harm Reduction Coalition
The celebration will be held following a noon rally for World Hepatitis Day. Hors Dâoeuvres will be served
Please RSVP to [email protected].
Location
U.S. Capitol
E Capitol St NE & 1st St NE, Room HC-5
Washington, DC
United States
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