Human Services committee discusses prevention funding and opioid settlement allocations; seeks better local coordination After testimony on H 574, members spent substantial time on prevention funding and opioid settlement distributions, asking for clearer coordination between state prevention programs (LPLO/BPLO) and municipal recipients of settlement dollars and reviewing an $18 million annual prevention budget breakdown.

The House Human Services Committee is pushing for transparency and better coordination in opioid settlement funding, raising critical questions about how municipalities are using these vital resources.

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Quincy City Council approves city participation in opioid settlement – Muddy River News QUINCY – City Council members approved a resolution Monday night authorizing the city’s participation in a national opioid settlement. The national Remnants Defendants Settlement was reached with six ...

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Franklin County Fiscal Court unanimously approves budgets, contracts, CDs and opioid settlement participation At a March 25 special session, the Franklin County Fiscal Court voted unanimously on a slate of administrative and fiscal measures — including receipt of the county clerk’s excess fees, proposed jail budget, award of an appraisal review contract for an NRCS buyout program, two certificates of deposit, and approval to participate in a remnant opioid-defendant settlement — and recessed into closed session on pending litigation under KRS 61.810(1)(c).

Franklin County Fiscal Court just made significant strides in budget approvals, contract awards, and tackling the opioid crisis—all in one unanimous session!

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At a glance: key votes from the March 17 Humboldt County supervisors meeting The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, extended a BID petition drive, received multiple informational reports, appointed an interim aviation director and approved an IHSS advisory appointment; in closed session the board authorized defense in a lawsuit and authorized participation in a national opioid settlement of about $96,650.

The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors made significant moves on March 17, from extending a BID petition drive to participating in a national opioid settlement worth nearly $100,000.

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Supporting local decision makers managing opioid settlement funds: A public health approach - Big Cities Health Coalition A list of resources for governmental health departments as they make decisions about how to spend opioid settlement funds.

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Subcommittee advances Williams bill to target opioid-settlement dollars to crisis response and treatment The Tennessee House Civil Justice Subcommittee voted March 23, 2026, to send House Bill 1816, sponsored by Chairman Williams, to the full Judiciary Committee after adopting an amendment that directs opioid settlement funds to addiction and mental-health services including mobile crisis response and residential treatment capacity.

Tennessee is taking a bold step to tackle the opioid crisis by directing settlement funds to critical addiction and mental health services.

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Grant County approves grant applications and opts into national opioid settlement Commissioners approved forwarding the 2027 community corrections grant application, agreed to pursue national opioid settlement funds, and directed staff to review a Jonesboro demolition MOU tied to prior ARPA allocations.

Grant County is stepping up to secure vital funding for community corrections and is poised to benefit from a $97 million opioid settlement—what does this mean for the future?

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Screven County commissioners adopt 2025 millage rate, approve opioid settlement and SPLOST-funded repairs At their Sept. 9 meeting, the Screven County Board of Commissioners adopted a 24.005 millage rate, approved joining the National Opioids Settlement Agreement, authorized SPLOST-funded repairs related to Hurricane Helene and approved several SPLOST payments and purchases, all by unanimous votes.

Screven County commissioners just made significant moves by adopting a new millage rate, joining the National Opioids Settlement, and approving crucial repairs, all with unanimous support!

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Benzie County commissioners approve Point Betsie change order, appoint District VI commissioner and authorize AED purchases At its May 13 meeting the Benzie County Board of Commissioners approved Change Order #7 for the Point Betsie Shoreline Protection Project, appointed David Davis to fill District VI through Dec. 31, 2026, and authorized up to $40,000 in opioid-settlement funds to buy 20 LifePak AEDs, among other routine actions.

Benzie County is making waves with a significant investment in shoreline protection, life-saving AEDs, and new leadership—all approved in a unanimous board meeting!

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Washington County directs opioid-settlement funds to drug recovery court and naloxone program The Washington County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution directing opioid‑settlement funds to local programs, authorizing $5,000 for a Drug Recovery Court match and $21,230.19 for naloxone distribution/harm‑reduction through the Martin‑Tyrrell‑Washington Health Department; prior allocations were ratified and spending periods adjusted.

Washington County is taking a bold step in the fight against opioids by directing settlement funds to enhance local drug recovery and naloxone distribution programs!

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Meeting roundup: Franklin County Fiscal Court approves opioid settlements, tax rates, bridge engineering work, bank guarantees and personnel actions At its Aug. 27 meeting the Franklin County Fiscal Court unanimously approved participation in national opioid settlements (Purdue and Sackler agreements), adopted multiple tax-rate resolutions, authorized bridge engineering work and two short-term CDs, approved a bank deposit-guarantee agreement, and confirmed several fire department promotions and a new hire.

Franklin County Fiscal Court just took significant steps to combat the opioid crisis and improve local infrastructure while promoting key fire department personnel.

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Spencer County fiscal court adopts $11.6 million budget amendment, including $10 million for sewer project Spencer County Fiscal Court adopted a second-reading budget amendment totaling $11,578,767.25 on Oct. 7, 2024, adding $10,050,000 in state grant receipts earmarked for sewer expenses and increasing appropriations across multiple funds. The measure passed by voice vote.

Spencer County just approved a massive budget amendment that adds over $11.5 million, including a whopping $10 million earmarked for crucial sewer projects!

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Bill would restore $45M in 'raided' harm reduction funds • New Jersey Monitor Last year state lawmakers gave $45M from an opioid settlement fund to four hospital systems. A new bill would restore the money to the fund.

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Lunenburg County approves participation in opioid-related settlements with major manufacturers and retailers The Board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the county to join proposed opioid-related settlements with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens and CVS and directed the county attorney to sign documents effecting participation and related releases.

Lunenburg County is taking a bold step in the fight against the opioid crisis by unanimously approving settlements with major pharmaceutical players like Teva and Walmart.

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Houghton County authorizes participation in Teva, Allergan, CVS and Walmart opioid settlements By unanimous vote, the Houghton County Board of Commissioners authorized participation agreements for national opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS and Walmart and approved pursuing a 50/50 allocation method between participating local governments and the State of Michigan.

Houghton County has taken a major step in the fight against the opioid crisis by unanimously approving participation in multi-billion dollar settlements with top pharmaceutical companies.

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Appropriations panel reviews house additions for shelters, child advocacy centers and expanded accountability courts Criminal Justice Coordinating Council staff and accountability-court judges told the committee house additions would shore up domestic violence shelters, sexual-assault services and child advocacy centers while using opioid-settlement and opioid trust funds for court-based treatment remains legally unresolved without Department of Law guidance.

Georgia's appropriations committee is tackling critical funding for domestic violence shelters and accountability courts, aiming to transform victim services amidst looming federal shortfalls.

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D4DPR has received a grant from the Open Society Policy Center to mobilize physicians in support of equitable opioid settlement fund use.

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Klamath County budget workshop: software costs, opioid settlement transfers and tight staffing discussed At a budget workshop commissioners heard that the county is largely flat with last year’s budgets but faces higher software/internal service costs, planned transfers from reserves (including opioid settlement funds to juvenile services), and continued pressure on DA staffing and overtime.

Klamath County's budget workshop revealed troubling trends: soaring software costs, looming opioid settlement transfers, and persistent staffing challenges in the DA's office.

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Haralson County approves $31,458 crisis‑response drug analyzer from opioid settlement funds After a demonstration, the county approved buying a handheld TACT ID spectrum analyzer for $31,458.70 for the Crisis Response Team, which officials said will reduce recurring field‑test kit costs and improve first‑responder safety. The purchase was placed on the agenda and approved by the board.

Haralson County just approved a $31,458 handheld drug analyzer that promises to enhance officer safety and cut costs on field test kits!

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Health committee approves Claremore outpatient center act and opioid settlement amendments, both pass unanimously The Cherokee Nation Health Committee approved the Claremore outpatient and emergency health center act and amendments to the Public Health and Wellness Fund tied to opioid settlements; both motions passed by roll call votes of 14–0.

The Cherokee Nation Health Committee just made a historic move by unanimously passing vital health initiatives aimed at enhancing community wellness and addressing the opioid crisis.

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Family Preservation Court seeks renewal plus $165,000 pilot housing from opioid settlement funds Family Preservation Court asked the council to renew prior opioid-abatement funding ($330,000) and add $165,000 to pilot transitional supportive housing tied to its Embrace perinatal program, citing reunification successes and gaps caused by housing instability.

The Family Preservation Court is taking bold steps to tackle housing instability for parents in crisis by requesting an additional $165,000 to pilot supportive housing initiatives—could this be the key to keeping families together?

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Council splits on opioid-settlement uses as Family Court Project wins $250,000 appropriation; community corrections funding remains unresolved After an extended debate over restricted opioid-settlement dollars and county finances, Vigo County Council approved $250,000 for a Family Court Project but tabled other community corrections and salary requests pending further information and budget committee review.

Vigo County Council has approved a $250,000 funding for a Family Court Project aimed at reducing juvenile delinquency, but critical discussions on community corrections funding remain unresolved.

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Votes at a glance: Senate Judiciary advances confirmations, two bills and budgets to calendar/finance In a single session the Senate Judiciary Committee confirmed two judicial nominees, advanced SB 14-95 (opioid settlement additions) and SB 16-40 (Safe Home program) to the committee calendar, and forwarded the Attorney General and AOC budgets to finance.

The Senate Judiciary Committee made waves by confirming two judges and advancing crucial bills aimed at tackling the opioid crisis and expanding support programs in Tennessee.

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Human services budget shows rising caseloads; director shifts outside-agency funding toward opioid-settlement and targeted grants Human Services Director Marcy Rand told the Board of Finance caseloads and emergency assistance needs are rising; Rand proposed targeted outside-agency awards and described the town’s opioid-settlement receipts and how those funds are tracked in a special projects account rather than the general fund.

As human services demands surge in Connecticut, Director Marcy Rand outlines a strategic budget that prioritizes community support through targeted grants and opioid-settlement funds.

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Story County reviews county attorney budget as programs report lower recidivism and phone licensing costs rise At a Jan. 30 work session, County Attorney Jim Mills highlighted new hires and a state recidivism study showing a 12% recidivism rate for participants in the office's alternatives program versus 61% for non-completers. Staff reviewed revenue and line-item budgets, flagged a possible 30% increase in phone/licensing costs, and confirmed use of opioid-settlement funds for diversion and treatment supports.

Story County is making strides in reducing recidivism, with a groundbreaking 12% rate for participants in the alternatives program, while grappling with rising phone licensing costs and budget challenges.

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County stabilization center faces $3.5M FY27 deficit; Bend offers $200,000/year opioid‑settlement pledge County behavioral-health staff presented an FY27 stabilization‑center budget with a projected $3.5 million shortfall; the City of Bend offered a $200,000 annual opioid‑settlement contribution and commissioners discussed additional commitments.

Deschutes County's crisis stabilization center is facing a staggering $3.5 million deficit next fiscal year, putting vital 24/7 services at risk.

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Governor Josh Stein Reaffirms Commitment to Safety and Recovery in NC | WNC Times NC -- January 21, 2026: Continuing a push for a "safer and stronger North Carolina," Governor Josh Stein spent Wednesday in Western North Carolina, highlighting critical investments in addiction recov...

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