Milwaukee's proximity to Chicago makes it a vulnerable area for drug trafficking originating from out of state. Kohl sought the funding as part of the FY 2001 Treasury and General Government Appropriations bill, which was passed by the Senate Appropriations Committee. Kohl is a member of the Committee. There is no doubt that when drugs move in, trouble soon follows.
Drugs open the door to crime, delinquency, violence and neglect.
It takes the expertise of local and state law enforcement and backs it up with federal manpower and funding.