Orange Co. lawmakers pass resolution to strengthen fight against opioids

The Orange County Legislature unanimously passed a resolution Thursday that calls on the state to expand the list of substances classified as illegal.

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Orange Co. lawmakers pass resolution to strengthen fight against opioids

The Orange County Legislature unanimously passed a resolution Thursday that calls on the state to expand the list of substances classified as illegal.

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