Lesser heroin penalty urged by state lawmakers
State Rep. Joe L. Bernance advocated lesser criminal penalties for personal use of heroin in a CURE convention speech. He urged designating addiction as a medical issue and keeping trafficking penalties, calling for state funds for research and criticizing methadone treatment as ineffective. More than 200 attendees from around the state heard the convention with prison reform workshops and a closing talk by Rep. Craig Washington.
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Anthrax Outbreak Reported in Bandera County cattle
Bandera County officials report ongoing anthrax spread with cattle deaths north of Rome Road and from Twin Lakes west to FM 2824. Tissue samples from cattle, antelope, and Axis deer sent to the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory for analysis. Authorities coordinating vaccination and checkups with ranchers. Local ranchers urged to report sick or dead animals to the designated contact.
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Grant Awarded to Southwest Medical Plan in Resk County
A grant of 3630.01 funds from the U S Department of Health Education and Welfare supports Southwest Medical Plan, a developing health maintenance organization in Resk County. SWMP will provide prepaid comprehensive care including doctor visits hospital services prescriptions and children’s dental care through an integrated network. William Linkin discussed equipment for the initiative.
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