Why Opioid Settlement Money Is Paying County Employees’ Salaries - KFF Health News
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More than $4.3 billion in opioid settlement money has landed in the hands of city, county and state officials to date — with billions more on the way. But instead of using the cash to add desperately needed treatment, recovery and prevention services, some places are using it to replace existing funding. Local officials say they’re trying to stretch tight budgets, especially in rural areas. But critics say it’s a…
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