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San Francisco Unveils 'Cash Not Drugs' Plan Offering $100 per Week to Combat Drug Crisis

Jul 29, 2024, 08:28 PM

San Francisco Mayor London Breed and Supervisor Matt Dorsey have introduced new legislation, titled “Cash Not Drugs,” aimed at addressing the city's ongoing drug crisis. The legislation proposes providing eligible welfare recipients with an incentive of $100 per week, amounting to $400 a month, for testing negative for illicit drugs. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to use positive reinforcement rather than punitive measures to encourage sobriety. The plan has garnered support from the recovery community, with advocates praising its focus on incentivizing recovery. The legislation comes as San Francisco continues to grapple with significant challenges, including a high vacancy rate in downtown areas and persistent open drug markets. Supervisor Dorsey represents District 6.