TCFC Members CALL TO ACTION:

Our bill, SB1257/HB2953 is ONE HUGE SOLUTION to the Crime and Suffering on our streets is in jeopardy of being VETOED by the Governor.  This bill was drafted by TCFC/Pima County Legal and Medical Doctors who work directly with the people you see in the streets.

Governor Hobbs has a chance to make a difference to take a first step, but is under pressure by lobbying groups to VETO the bill.

Please send an email to Governor Hobbs and ask her to "Let PIMA County Lead the way when others REFUSE!"

Here are talking points you can copy in an email.  Add your Name, Address and Contact Information if you want a response.

Below is a news story on KVOA Ch 4, from last night where TCFC and a Medical Doctor discusses the bill.

CLICK HERE watch Josh, Kevin and Dr. Rhodes - Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKBcEtw1fKY

Click Here: Here is a PDF summary of the Bill

PLEASE Take 1 minute. 3 steps, to SEND an EMAIL TO GOVERNOR Hobbs

Feel free to add your contact information at bottom if you choose.

engage@az.gov, help@tucsoncrimefree.com

STEP 2: Copy and paste this text into the subject line of your email:

Please Sign SB1257-HB2953 - health care; 2025-2026 - Petitions for Court-Ordered Stabilization

STEP 3: Copy, paste this text below in the email. Edit as you wish. SEND!

Dear Governor Hobbs:

Please sign this bill for all the following reasons:

1. Doing Nothing Leads to Preventable Suffering and Death

Why it's persuasive: When individuals in acute crisis are left on the street without stabilization, they are far more likely to continue deteriorating, suffer medical complications, or die—often alone, in pain, and without any chance at recovery. This bill enables a structured, short-term intervention to give people a chance at life and stability.

🡒 Addresses concern: “It’s better to leave them alone than risk infringing rights.”
🡒 Counterpoint: Doing nothing has a fatal track record. Intervention offers hope.

2. The 5-Day Stabilization Is a Medically Supervised Safety Net

Why it's persuasive: Some argue that taking people off drugs reduces their tolerance and increases overdose risk later. But the greater risk is letting people continue uncontrolled use. This pilot provides a medically supervised period where patients are monitored, stabilized, and connected with continuing care options to reduce relapse and fatal overdose.

🡒 Addresses concern: “Stabilization might make future use more dangerous.”
🡒 Counterpoint: Continued use now is even more dangerous—and often deadly.

3. Built-In Daily Assessments and Voluntary Options Empower the Patient

Why it's persuasive: Every person is assessed daily for continued impairment, and treatment must be offered with the option to consent at any time. If they stabilize sooner or want to stay voluntarily, the system supports that autonomy. The goal isn’t punishment—it’s a path toward healing.

🡒 Addresses concern: “This strips people of autonomy.”
🡒 Counterpoint: The bill actually creates more opportunities for consent-based care.

4. Legal Protections and Oversight Safeguard Rights

Why it's persuasive: Legal counsel is assigned, patients have the right to a hearing, and petitions must meet strict clinical criteria. The court is obligated to deny stabilization if evidence is lacking. These checks prevent misuse and ensure that only those truly at risk are temporarily detained.

🡒 Addresses concern: “This invites abuse or unjustified holds.”
🡒 Counterpoint: The bar for intervention is high—and tightly controlled.

5. It’s a Temporary, Transparent Pilot Program with Measurable Results

Why it's persuasive: The bill sunsets in 2027 and mandates full data reporting to evaluate effectiveness, impact, and cost. This approach isn’t permanent—it’s a cautious, evidence-driven attempt to see if we can prevent unnecessary deaths and build a better long-term model.

🡒 Addresses concern: “It’s costly or unproven.”
🡒 Counterpoint: That’s why it’s a pilot—with built-in transparency and accountability.

Thank you for your consideration.