Clint Dixon Republican 45 | Georgia General Assembly
Clint Dixon Republican 45 | Georgia General Assembly
ATLANTA (April 29, 2024)– Last week, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Senate Bill 395, “Wesley’s Law,” sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education and Youth, Sen. Clint Dixon (R–Gwinnett).
Sen. Dixon celebrated the signing of “Wesley’s Law,” which authorizes the possession of medications that block the effects of opioids in all qualified government buildings and courthouses, including school property. The measure also mandates local school systems to acquire and maintain a supply of these potentially lifesaving medications.
In his statement following the bill’s signing ceremony, Sen. Dixon expressed his enthusiasm for the legislation, emphasizing its significance to him and his family. He highlighted the importance of ensuring that state buildings, especially Georgia schools, have access to this critical medication. Sen. Dixon acknowledged the widespread awareness of the devastating consequences of opioid addiction and overdose in society and praised the bill for taking direct action to address these issues.
Sen. Clint Dixon, who serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education and Youth, represents the 45th Senate District, encompassing parts of Gwinnett and Barrow Counties. He can be contacted at 404.656.6446 or via email at clint.dixon@senate.ga.gov.
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