Recognizing that methamphetamine abuse was a growing problem in Virginia and throughout the country, Governor Warner issued an executive order requiring that ephedrine and pseudoephedrine--decongestants used in the manufacture of methamphetamines--be
placed behind the counter in drugstores. His emergency action later was codified into law by the General Assembly. As a result, law enforcement officials reported a decline in the number of methamphetamine labs operating in Virginia.
Source: Campaign website, www.markwarner2008.com, "Issues"
Mar 9, 2008
Increase penalties for illegal drugs
Supports the following principles concerning illegal drugs.
Increase penalties for selling illegal drugs.
Impose mandatory jail sentences for selling illegal drugs.
Impose capital punishment for convicted international drug traffickers.
Require drug testing for federal employees in sensitive positions
Strengthen current laws dealing with non-controlled substances, including inhalants and commercially available pills.
Source: 1996 Congressional National Political Awareness Test
Jul 2, 1996
