Florida fentanyl deaths drop 42% as Moody pushes laws
By The BriefBrief
Fentanyl-related deaths in Florida fell 42% from the first half of 2024 to the first half of 2025, outpacing a nationwide decline of about 22%, according to data released on National Overdose Awareness Day. U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody cited the figures as she pushes for stricter drug laws in Washington.
WHO:U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody
WHAT:Fentanyl-related deaths in Florida declined 42% year-over-year, and Moody used the data to advocate for stricter federal drug laws.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 11:20 AM ET
WHERE:Florida
WHY:Moody cited the newly released overdose data showing a larger decline in Florida than nationwide as the basis for pushing stricter drug laws.
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