Fentanyl Law Debate Heats Up | Denver News

Aurora’s city council is rallying against a statewide ballot initiative that would classify even tiny amounts of fentanyl as felonies, arguing tougher laws could backfire by scaring people away from critical help. Council members like Gianina Horton warn it might increase overdose deaths, while supporters including DA George Brauchler say strong penalties are needed to fight the drug’s deadly spread. Families grieving losses like Manige Blackburn-Giles urge local leaders to act decisively, but advocates stress the real solution lies in expanding access to treatment—something many still can’t get in time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f7013e0da36585d