Sen. Akshar speaking on S.1127, which would create "drug free zones" prohibiting the criminal sale of a controlled substance within one thousand feet of a drug or alcohol treatment center and methadone clinic.

You can read more about the legislation here. 

This bill was part of a package of bills the New York State Senate passed to save lives and stop drug dealers from exploiting New York's heroin epidemic. You can read more information about the other bills here.