Instead of spending the money on new addiction treatment and prevention services they couldn’t afford before, some jurisdictions are using it to replace existing funding and stretch tight budgets.
Statistical models v. front-line workers: Who knows best how to spend opioid settlement cash?
The money, which comes from companies accused of aggressively marketing and distributing prescription painkillers, is meant to tackle the addiction crisis.
Federal lawmakers take first steps toward oversight of $50 billion in opioid settlements
This month, Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) and Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) introduced legislation that would write into law approved uses for the funds so they reach people most affected by the crisis.
The year in opioid settlements: 5 things you need to know
The money is coming from an array of companies that made, sold, or distributed prescription painkillers, including Johnson & Johnson, AmerisourceBergen, and Walgreens.
Gubernatorial candidates quarrel over glory for winning opioid settlements
Across the country, many local leaders are finding themselves having to choose between paying bills due today or investing in the fight against an ongoing crisis.
Opioid settlement payouts to localities made public for first time
