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 Treasury, Postal Service and General Government Appropriations bill which was passed by the Senate last evening. Kohl is a member of the Senate Appropriations 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. The new funding will allow 10 additional cities to participate in the program.