HARRISBURG, May 16 -- Rep. Maureen Madden today announced the Pennsylvania House passed her legislation that would expand access to a Medication for Opioid Use Disorder program in county jails across the state. The bill passed the House with broad bipartisan support 192-11. “Today marks a significant step forward in our fight against the opioid epidemic that continues to devastate communities across Pennsylvania,” said Madden, D-Monroe. “By passing my legislation, we are ensuring that county jails would have the ability to offer all FDA-approved medications, including buprenorphine and its long-acting injectable form, Sublocade. for opioid use disorder. This legislation would remove outdated restrictions and empower local facilities to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to individuals struggling with addiction.” Currently, Act 80 of 2015, which set up a treatment grant program for county jails to help inmates experiencing substance use disorder, limits county jails to offering only naltrexone (Vivitrol) for MOUD, a medication that requires individuals to undergo detoxification before use. In contrast, buprenorphine and Sublocade can be administered without the need for detox, offering a more accessible and effective treatment option for many individuals. “The opioid crisis does not discriminate, and neither should our approach to treatment,” Madden said. “By aligning county Read more
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“I pledge to continue to serve my constituents to the best of my ability, and I am excited that our Democratic Caucus can now lead from the majority and advocate for putting people over politics." Read more
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“Adding a radiology residency program and creating more space for pre- and post-op care goes a long way to improving health outcomes for people throughout northeast Pennsylvania,” Madden said. “Highly trained radiologists are critically important for any hospital staff, and this helps ensure more will be available in our region.” Read more
“I am honored my colleagues from the northeast delegation have again elected me to the position of chair, and I am excited to work closely with Representatives McNeill and Kosierowski and all our members to advocate for our region and assist our many district offices to best serve our diverse communities,” said Madden. Read more
“It’s been such a pleasure working with Pocono Township Board of Commissioners on these projects that, when completed, will undoubtedly provide residents of the township and beyond a fun, family-friendly, inclusive, artistic and exciting place to play and unwind,” Madden said. Read more
“Both of these projects are near and dear to my heart, and both are critical for not just residents of Monroe County, but for the entire region,” Madden said. Read more
“I am among a passionate and vocal throng who have been advocating for the return of Northeast PA passenger rail service because it can do so much good for so many reasons, and this funding goes a long way toward making that a reality sooner rather than later,” state Rep. Maureen Madden (D-115) said in a statement. Read more
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"I remain committed to protecting students, teachers and faculty -- and their families and friends -- from future pain and anguish." Read more
State Representative Maureen Madden (D-115) shared the backlash that she gets from her constituents that are impacted by the new developments and their negative effects. Read more
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“We have to start treating these heroic people not as grandparents but as the parents and caregivers they really are,” state Rep. Maureen Madden, D-Monroe, said. “Having been raised by a single dad and a grandmother, I know firsthand the challenges a family unit faces, and I am so grateful for the testifiers today for their tireless advocacy, their passion and, most importantly, their unquestionable love for their grandchildren. I’ve been proud to work closely with Representative Pashinski over the years on improving services and resources for families in these situations, and I know our work is not yet done. This was an enlightening and sometimes heartbreaking hearing, and it’s critical that we continue to spread the word of available resources and erase the stigma some grandparents unnecessarily feel.” Read more
“This funding, for which I thank the Wolf administration and the Commonwealth Financing Authority, will help provide a welcome addition to TLC Park and tremendous asset to the people of and visitors to Pocono Township. Read more
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