Mark Warner on Drugs

Democratic VA Governor

Restricted meth ingredients and reduced meth labs

Recognizing that methamphetamine abuse was a growing problem in Virginia and throughout the country, Governor Warner issued an executive order requiring that ephedrine and pseudoephedrine--decongestants used in the manufacture of methamphetamines--be placed behind the counter in drugstores. His emergency action later was codified into law by the General Assembly. As a result, law enforcement officials reported a decline in the number of methamphetamine labs operating in Virginia. Source: Campaign website, www.markwarner2008.com, "Issues" Mar 9, 2008

Increase penalties for illegal drugs

Increase penalties for selling illegal drugs.
Impose mandatory jail sentences for selling illegal drugs.
Impose capital punishment for convicted international drug traffickers.
Require drug testing for federal employees in sensitive positions
Strengthen current laws dealing with non-controlled substances, including inhalants and commercially available pills.

Source: 1996 Congressional National Political Awareness Test Jul 2, 1996

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