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Tom Weber

Two lawmakers lost loved ones to opioids, now they are crafting bills to fight abuse

Hydrocodone pills, also known as Vicodin
Hydrocodone pills, also known as Vicodin, are arranged for a photo at a pharmacy in Montpelier, Vt. on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013.
Toby Talbot | AP 2013

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There's a new legislative effort to combat the opioid overdose epidemic, an effort that is fueled by personal loss.

Rep. Dave Baker, R-Willmar, and Sen. Chris Eaton, DFL-Brooklyn Center, have both lost loved ones to opioid abuse. They joined the program to discuss two bills Rep. Baker has authored to help regulate prescription opioids.

To hear the full conversation use the audio player above.