The Seattle City Council rejected a bill that would have allowed the city attorney to prosecute those who openly use and possess illegal drugs. FOX13
Dozens of people with signs filled City Council Chambers for the meeting; most of them against the idea of allowing the city attorney’s office to prosecute public drug use and drug possession. The meeting began with very passionate public comment from nearly 80 people.
"We know that voting ‘yes’ on this would just impact Black and brown people more, most of all," said a representative of Voices of Community Activists and Leaders – Washington. Councilmember Sara Nelson has supported adopting the legislation in Seattle. Nelson first vocalized support during a news conference in May when Davison announced the proposal.
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