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St. Francois County's sheriff is set to enhance evidence disposal with a new $15,386 incinerator, funded by opioid settlement funds—transforming how narcotics are managed!

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Sheriff's office to buy incinerator for evidence disposal; commission approves sole‑source purchase
The commission approved a sole-source purchase of an incinerator from US Global Resources for $15,386, to be paid from the opioid settlement fund; staff said permits are in process and the device will be used for narcotics and evidence destruction.
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September 30, 2026 at 8:55 AM
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Maricopa County faces a financial conundrum as a $200 million opioid settlement may clash with its voter-approved spending cap, prompting urgent calls for legislative solutions.

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Maricopa County grapples with expenditure limit as $200M-plus opioid settlement arrives
County CFO warned that a judge-approved opioid settlement (Maricopa’s share expected to exceed $200 million distributed over 20 years) may count against Arizona’s voter-approved expenditure limit, forcing the county to seek short‑ and long‑term fixes including a temporary waiver, local ballot measures, or statewide constitutional reform.
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September 29, 2026 at 7:28 AM
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The OASIS has just released its first opioid settlement fund report for 2025, detailing how funds are being spent to combat addiction in New York.

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OASIS issues first opioid settlement fund report covering fiscal year 2025
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASIS) released its first opioid settlement fund report for 2025, reporting joint content with DOH on how settlement dollars were spent through fiscal year 2025 and noting an annual reporting cadence with a board report due Nov. 1.
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September 28, 2026 at 9:08 PM
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Ariel's innovative plan for a joint regional RFP could revolutionize homeless services funding by enhancing transparency and reducing duplication across city and county efforts.

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City to pursue joint regional RFP for homelessness funding; opioid settlement adds hours to navigation center
Staff described a forthcoming joint city‑county RFP for homeless services with priority and standard funding pools, two‑year contracts and transparency goals; the committee also heard a proposal to apply opioid settlement funds to extend and expand operations at the housing navigation center and to add the Aurora Center as a scattered‑site location.
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September 18, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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September 17, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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A heated debate has erupted in Poughkeepsie over the proposed supportive housing center at 26 Oakley Street, as public commenters voice strong opposition while the Budget Committee moves forward with the plan.

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Budget committee forwards 26 Oakley supportive-housing agreement after heated public comments
The Budget, Finance & Personnel Committee voted to forward a resolution authorizing an agreement to develop a supportive housing center at 26 Oakley Street and use restricted opioid settlement funds. Public commenters urged delay or rejection, calling the plan a mistake for Poughkeepsie; the committee vote in committee was 9–1 with two absences.
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September 14, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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OASIS has made significant strides in collecting opioid settlement reports, but 26 remain overdue—find out how they're pushing for compliance!

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OASIS: 37 of 63 direct-share reports received; AG outreach and technical assistance ongoing
OASIS staff said 37 of 63 direct-share reports tied to opioid settlement direct-share dollars have been received; the agency is coordinating with the attorney general's office and providing technical assistance to encourage remaining submissions.
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September 3, 2026 at 4:26 PM
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Police are spending opioid settlement funds on Flock cameras
Historic opioid settlements were supposed to be a lifeline for underserved communities. But much of that money is flowing to law enforcement.
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September 1, 2026 at 5:12 PM
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Mackinac County commissioners are demanding clarity on the administration of opioid settlement funds, raising crucial questions about oversight and transparency in a heated board meeting.

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Commissioners press for clarity on opioid settlement fund administration and accountability
County commissioners questioned who will administer and monitor opioid settlement awards; Treasurer sought recipient reporting and receipts, while Sheriff Ed Wilk objected to attestation requirements that do not accommodate out-of-county inmates.
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August 31, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Warren County is boosting its recovery outreach program with a significant funding amendment, aiming to expand services and support for those in need.

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Board approves amendment to recovery outreach contract with Family Services of Warren
Commissioners approved an amendment to expand hours and supplies for the county's recovery outreach program with Family Services of Warren; discussion referenced opioid-settlement and other settlement funds as supporting sources and listed an increase in the amendment amount (transcript shows numeric ambiguity).
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August 21, 2026 at 9:24 PM
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Randolph County Reentry and Recovery Services is making a bold request for $29,500 in opioid settlement funds to support vital recovery resources for participants.

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Reentry nonprofit asks for $29,500 in opioid-settlement funds for participant services
Randolph County Reentry and Recovery Services requested $29,500 in restricted opioid-settlement funding: $14,500 upfront and $15,000 as reimbursement tied to participant milestones (about $600 per enrolled client for a 25-person six-month allotment). Commissioners asked for incorporation documents and said they would review the proposal.
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August 15, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Cumberland County is set to launch a groundbreaking $250,000 substance use disorder program at Inspira's Vineland campus, funded entirely by opioid settlement revenue—no taxpayer dollars involved!

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Commissioners approve $250,000 opioid-settlement award for Inspira-linked SUD services
Cumberland County commissioners approved Resolution 2026-447 to award $250,000 drawn from opioid-settlement revenue for a substance use disorder program described as an Inspira operation at the Vineland campus; the presenter emphasized the money is settlement revenue, not taxpayer funds.
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August 7, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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Major Taylor is proposing to use $173,000 from opioid settlement funds to purchase a cutting-edge body scanner for the Troup County Jail, potentially freeing up $1.75 million for vital repairs instead of remodeling.

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Sheriff’s office seeks $173,000 from opioid settlements to buy body scanner for jail
Major Taylor requested the board authorize using $173,000 in opioid-settlement funds to buy a body-scanning system for booking at the Troup County Jail, freeing $1.75 million budgeted for remodeling to use on other repairs; installation and training estimated at 4–6 months.
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August 7, 2026 at 3:37 AM
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Hamilton County Commissioner Denise revealed that Harrison has secured $73,000 from opioid settlements while also proposing a balanced 38% tax levy increase for children's services to the city council.

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County commissioner tells Harrison council about $73,000 opioid settlement share and a 38% children’s services levy proposal
Hamilton County Commissioner briefed council members on opioid settlement distributions to Harrison ($73,000 as of July 2026), organics/recycling initiatives, and that the county’s recommendation reduced a proposed 80% levy increase to a 38% children’s services levy for November.
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August 5, 2026 at 6:42 PM
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Baltimore's independent litigation strategy backfired, costing the city a staggering $152 million after the Maryland Supreme Court reversed a key trial decision.

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Maryland Supreme Court decision cut Baltimore’s expected opioid settlement award by $152M, officials say
City presenters told the council Baltimore pursued independent litigation rather than joining global settlements and that the McKesson/Sincora trial and Maryland Supreme Court rulings reduced the city's earlier award by $152 million.
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August 1, 2026 at 10:43 PM
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Lake County has uncovered a staggering $2.3 million in mismanaged opioid settlement funds and is taking bold steps to restore and protect these vital resources for community health.

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Board approves reconciliation plan after finding $2.3 million of opioid‑settlement funds commingled
County behavioral health told supervisors that opioid settlement funds were commingled with other SUD cash, identified about $2.3 million to restore, and proposed a controlled repayment and new governance measures; the board accepted the reconciliation framework and set reporting and contract‑amendment directions.
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July 31, 2026 at 3:39 AM
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LaSalle County's State's Attorney reveals alarming drops in drug fund revenues due to new legal changes, while $447,000 in opioid settlement funds are tangled in state restrictions.

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State's attorney warns drug-fund revenue has dropped; opioid settlement limited by state rules
State's Attorney Jeremiah told the committee drug-related fee revenue and forfeiture proceeds have declined because statutory assessments are now waivable and forfeiture standards have changed; the county recently received about $447,000 in opioid settlement funds but said state rules limit allowable local uses.
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July 30, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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Lake County supervisors have unanimously approved a plan to restore $2.3 million in mismanaged opioid settlement funds, ensuring tighter controls and accountability moving forward.

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Lake County supervisors accept reconciliation plan after finding $2.3M of commingled opioid settlement funds
The Lake County Board of Supervisors voted 5–0 to accept a reconciliation and restoration framework after staff reported roughly $2.3 million of opioid settlement funds had been commingled; the board directed Behavioral Health to return with a spending plan and quarterly reports.
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July 30, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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Marshall County is set to welcome new inmates from Christian County in just 30 days, while potentially saving $20,000 through opioid-settlement funds for crucial programs!

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Marshall County jailer: partial contract received; county preparing to receive inmates from Christian County
Jailer Roger Ford told the fiscal court the county received part of the contract and expects inmates to be transported from Christian County within about 30 days; he said opioid-settlement funds could pay for an MRT instructor, books and some medical/dental costs, potentially saving roughly $20,000.
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July 30, 2026 at 5:33 AM
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🧵NHRC Executive Director Laura Guzman participated in the first National #OpioidSettlement Conference in Denver, Colorado, where she joined harm reductionists along w/ staff from attorneys general offices. The conference included a panel by Baltimore’s Restitution Advisory Board (RAB) focusing...
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July 29, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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Champaign County Board just approved crucial budget amendments, including $75,000 for election judges and funding for homeless services—find out how these decisions will impact the community!

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Board approves several budget amendments, appointments and opioid settlement allocations
On July 23 the board approved a $75,000 transfer to the county clerk for election judges, a $70,000 appropriation for homeless services, a $38,067.53 budget amendment for new budget software, and opioid settlement funds for drug court; multiple appointments and intergovernmental agreements were also adopted.
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July 27, 2026 at 4:05 AM
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Woodbury County just voted to allocate opioid-settlement funds for lifesaving cardiac monitors, ensuring emergency services are better equipped to handle crises!

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Board approves using opioid-settlement money to cover 75% of Lifepak monitor purchases, caps county gaming contribution at $200,000
The Woodbury County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved using opioid-settlement funds to pay 75% of new Lifepak cardiac monitors for county EMS agencies, with the remaining 25% to be covered by county gaming funds up to $200,000; supervisors discussed equity for small-town ambulance services and contract/service-term differences between vendors.
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July 23, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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Woodbury County's Board of Supervisors just voted to invest in life-saving technology for EMS by covering 75% of the cost of new cardiac monitors with opioid settlement funds!

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Board approves use of opioid settlement and gaming funds to buy Lifepak monitors for county EMS
The Woodbury County Board approved using opioid settlement funds to cover 75% of Lifepak cardiac monitors for county EMS agencies, with up to $200,000 from county gaming funds covering the remaining 25%. The package passed unanimously amid testimony from local EMS and ambulance providers.
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July 23, 2026 at 2:29 PM
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Kane County is set to revolutionize its forensic lab with nearly $2 million in new equipment, drastically cutting the wait time for toxicology and DNA results from months to just hours!

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Kane County approves forensic lab equipment purchases aimed at cutting toxicology and DNA delays
The Kane County committee approved resolutions to buy forensic instruments funded by opioid‑settlement and federal grants, aiming to cut months‑long wait times for toxicology and DNA results to hours or days and build a revenue-paying regional lab.
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July 16, 2026 at 6:51 PM
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Nashville's Budget and Finance Committee just approved a contentious opioid settlement with Public Supermarkets, but confusion lingers over the exact amount—was it $86,000 or something much higher?

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Committee approves opioid settlement with Public Supermarkets; members seek clarity on amount and spending plan
The committee authorized a settlement with Public Supermarkets Inc.; members asked whether the payout was $86,000, $8.6 million or $86 million, and Metro officials said spending will be managed by the health department under settlement agreements.
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July 9, 2026 at 6:53 AM