In May 2000 the Council issued a report and recommendations for collaborative policy actions to prevent the spread of Meth related problems, treat persons addicted to Meth, clean up contaminated lab sites, and enhance efforts to investigate and prosecute Meth-related crimes.

Another critical issue identified was the need to have cross-system protocols to more effectively help families and children who are the victims of Meth abuse and related crimes.

This report was the basis for a Meth initiative by the Governor's Office, which continues to develop cross-system strategies for controlling the Meth epidemic in Washington State.

During 2002 the Governor's Council on Substance Abuse will review policy action since 2000 to report on the progress made and identify what action is still needed to control Meth impacts.