In this impactful episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Florida Senator Tina Polsky, a dedicated public servant representing the state’s 29th District. Known for her relentless advocacy on public health and safety issues, Senator Polsky has become a leading voice in Florida’s fight against fentanyl-related deaths.

She shares the personal connections and community tragedies that motivated her to pass Fentanyl Awareness Day (August 21), legalize fentanyl test strips, and co-sponsor Gage’s Law, requiring hospitals to test for fentanyl in suspected overdose cases. Each of these legislative victories represents a crucial step toward saving lives in a state that ranks #2 in the nation for drug overdose mortality rates.

Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at the legislative proces ...