Idaho Republican Gov. Brad Little announces $1 million to fight illegal fentanyl use at the Statehouse in Boise, Idaho, as State Police Colonel Kedrick Wills looks on, Thursday, July 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Keith Ridler)
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little is directing $1 million to fight the growing problem of illegal fentanyl use that has led to overdose deaths and that law enforcement officials say can spur property crimes as well as crimes against individuals.
The Republican governor on Thursday said he’ll likely recommend additional money in his budget that will be considered by lawmakers early next year. But he says the problem requires urgent action now.
The money will be used for testing equipment to increase the ability of police to find fentanyl. It will also be used for a media campaign to alert Idaho residents to the dangers of fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid.
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