Dr. Latika Davis-Jones — Submitted Photo
- by Alec Larson, PHILADELPHIA TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
Following her nomination by Gov. Josh Shapiro in January, Dr. Latika Davis-Jones has been confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate as secretary of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs.
In her new role, Davis-Jones is expected to focus on leading the state’s “efforts to reduce substance use disorder (SUD) and problem gambling disorder, with a large focus on expanding access to and increasing the quality of SUD treatment,” according to a news release.
“It is a privilege to serve the commonwealth as secretary of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. Gov. Shapiro built the most diverse and well-qualified cabinet in state history, and it is a true honor be first person of color to lead the department,” Davis-Jones said.
“I am excited to continue working in close collaboration with substance use disorder treatment and prevention providers, single county authorities, communities, people with lived experience, and advocates to move the governor’s vision for our commonwealth forward,” Davis-Jones said.
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