Rehberg addresses critical meth-fighting funds

WASHINGTON - Montana's Congressman, Denny Rehberg, met Monday with Tom Siebel, founder of the Montana Meth Project, to discuss funding for the program.

"Tom has been a dedicated leader in the fight against meth abuse," said Rehberg, a member of the House Appropriations Committee. "His program is proven and has been effective at getting out the message about the dangers of meth. It's essential we find funding for this and other programs that spread the word about this dangerous drug."

The Montana Meth Project has launched large media campaigns across the state to educate children about the consequences of meth abuse. This summer, the Project set up a popular "Paint the State" competition to increase awareness throughout local communities.

Last year, Rehberg included language in Office of Drug Control Policy reauthorization legislation to direct 10 percent of all funds dedicated to national media campaigns to meth prevention.

"Meth is a problem that affects all Montana communities," said Rehberg. "Thanks to organizations like the Montana Meth Project, we have come a long way in fighting meth addictions. I'll continue to work to get this drug out of the hands of Montana's youth."

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