Mayors from twelve major French cities have written to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, asking for the continuation and expansion of the Haltes Soins Addictions (HSA) program, often called "shooting rooms." This initiative provides supervised spaces for people to consume drugs, with access to healthcare and social services. The letter, dated October 1st, calls for the program to be enshrined in law permanently, beyond its current two-year extension, which was set to end on December 31, 2027. The mayors of cities including Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and Nantes emphasized that the HSA program has been in operation for over ten years in Paris and Strasbourg, offering a safe environment for drug users while connecting them with essential services. The HSA program was originally launched 40 years ago in response to the AIDS epidemic, aiming to reduce the spread of infectious diseases among people who use drugs. While there are now around 100 such sites across Europe, France currently has only two. The mayors noted that their cities are dealing with the visible consequences of drug use, such as public consumption, public gatherings, discarded needles, neighborhood conflicts, and extreme poverty. They argue that a more comprehensive and long-term national strategy is needed to address the issue of drug use, particularly crack and narcotics, in a coordinated way. In their letter, the mayors urged the government to develop a policy that integrates efforts to combat drug trafficking, prevention, healthcare, and social support. They emphasized the importance of collaboration between local authorities and the central government to create effective solutions. The mayors requested a "joint meeting" with Lecornu to "detail our common position and ongoing projects," showing their commitment to finding a unified approach to the challenges they face. The mayors' letter reflects growing concerns about the impact of drug use on urban life and the need for a more integrated and sustainable response. They believe that expanding the HSA program is a key step in addressing public health and safety issues, while also providing support to individuals struggling with addiction. Their call for a long-term policy signals a desire for stability and coordination in tackling these complex problems.