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Opioid Settlement Resources



Join us on May 5, 2024 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar training to learn more about the notice of funding opportunity for opioid settlement funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. The new grant application period will open December 2nd, 2024, and close at 6:00 pm on January 17th, 2025. Register for free HERE


Overview


On Feb. 25, 2022, Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced the finalization of a $26 billion national settlement with Cardinal Health, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen – three major pharmaceutical distributors in the U.S. (Distributors) – and Johnson & Johnson (J&J), which manufactured and marketed opioids. The agreement stems from the companies’ roles in creating and fueling the opioid epidemic. 

Of that $26 billion, Kentucky is slated to receive $478.1 million to be paid out in installments through 2038. In collaboration with the Attorney General’s office, KACo worked to ensure that counties receive their fair share of the settlement dollars to support addiction treatment and recovery services. 

Counties and cities will receive half of the state’s allocation, approximately $239 million, less funds set aside for payment of fees to the attorneys that represented local governments in the litigation.

 

You can submit a question about opioid settlement funds HERE.


KACo Contact


 


Lauren Carr
Opioid Settlement Advisor

Opioid Settlement Resource Library


The resource library contains links to the national settlement agreement and distribution schedules, information about the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission, and resources from NACo and Johns Hopkins University. 

Access the library here



Opioid Settlement Trainings and Events


January 9, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
Cost: 0

February 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
Cost: 0

March 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
Cost: 0

April 10, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
Cost: 0

May 8, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
Cost: 0


Opioid Settlement News


 

December 03, 2024
Attorney General Coleman sues opioid distributor OptumRx
Suit alleges reckless oversupplying of prescription medication
November 21, 2024
Opioid Abatement Commission announces 2025 grant opportunity
Counties are eligible to apply for funding focused on prevention, treatment or recovery
October 18, 2024
State receives $37.2 million federal grant to continue fighting addiction, save lives
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) reports that over the past six years, the federal funding has led to an unprecedented expansion in services addressing opioid and stimulant use at the community level.
September 27, 2024
Reminder: Opioid settlement certification due Sept. 30
Forms must be submitted quarterly.
September 12, 2024
Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission approves funding for ‘Better Without It’ campaign
Initiative will focus on drug prevention efforts aimed at Kentucky youth
August 30, 2024
Overdose Awareness Day: Honoring lives lost and strengthening communities
Supporters encouraged to wear purple, share resources
August 09, 2024
KACo Leadership Institute: Best practices for opioid settlement funds
Aug. 29 session to be held at Green River ADD in Owensboro