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KACo Opioid Settlement Resource Library


This resource library contains links to settlement resources, including the settlement agreement and distribution schedules, information about the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission, resources from NACo and John Hopkins University. This page will be updated as more information and resources become available. 

You can submit questions about the opioid settlement here



Join us on May 5, 2024 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


Frequently Asked Questions

This page is updated frequently with the latest questions and answers for county officials as they navigate their opioid settlement funds.

Check out the FAQ here.







Opioid Settlement News


February 07, 2025
Training opportunity on opioid solutions: focus on quick response teams
Join us Thursday, Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. ET for an engaging one-hour webinar focused on the transformative role of Quick Response Teams (QRTs) in addressing the opioid crisis.
February 06, 2025
KYOAAC annual report available
The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission (KYOAAC) originated following the General Assembly's passage of HB 427 during the 2022 Legislative Session.
January 10, 2025
Opioid Abatement Symposium regional training Jan. 29
KACo Opioid Settlement Advisor Lauren Carr will be serving as one of the presenters.
January 10, 2025
Building a resilient future: KACo webinar highlights youth substance use prevention
View a recording of the webinar and download presenter slides
January 09, 2025
Kentucky reaches $110 million opioid settlement with Kroger
Counties and cities to receive half the funds
December 20, 2024
Opioid settlement reporting deadline approaching, new webinar scheduled
Quarterly certification due Dec. 30
December 09, 2024
Opioid Abatement Commission announces 2025 grant opportunity
Counties are eligible to apply for funding focused on prevention, treatment or recovery
December 03, 2024
Attorney General Coleman sues opioid distributor OptumRx
Suit alleges reckless oversupplying of prescription medication