Pennsylvania counties challenge state board's decisions on spending $247M opioid settlement.

Pennsylvania counties are challenging the decisions of a state opioid oversight board regarding how to spend $247 million in opioid settlement money. The board has rejected spending plans for youth programs and neighborhood initiatives, sparking criticism over its lack of transparency and restrictive approach. Local governments must follow guidelines set in a settlement document, but disagreements over appropriate spending have arisen, with the state set to distribute the next round of funds in mid-December.

November 25, 2024
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