Mother who lost daughter to fentanyl praises law sanctioning traffickers, manufacturers WSB-TV Channel 2 [Video]

WASHINGTON D.C. — Janet Morrison-Heberling says she’s grateful for the close and loving relationship she had with her daughter Brianna Sanner.

“She had an infectious laugh. A beautiful smile,” said Morrison-Heberling. “Loved her momma. We used to hug and smooch each other all the time.”

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Tragically, Brianna’s life was cut short in 2022 when she was just 30 years old. Brianna died from fentanyl-laced heroin, leaving behind her young son.

“There comes a time in your grief that you have to find purpose and purpose for me now is advocating for these kids that could possibly end up like mine,” said Morrison-Heberling. “I had to find a purpose for her.”

That advocacy is what brought the Pennsylvania native to Capitol Hill. Morrison-Heberling has been a strong supporter of a new law called the FEND off Fentanyl Act. It’s a sanctions and anti-money laundering bill.

The law expands sanctions for …