Oregon's groundbreaking move to decriminalize hard drugs in 2020 has been reversed, dealing a blow to drug reform advocates. The state's efforts to fund treatment programs faltered, leading to a surge in overdoses, particularly due to the rise of fentanyl. The State Legislature passed a bill to reimpose criminal penalties for drug possession, reflecting a shift in public opinion. The measure creates a new misdemeanor crime of possession, focusing on treatment as an alternative to jail. This marks a significant setback for the decriminalization movement, with implications for drug policy nationwide.