Leadership Vacuum: Agencies in New York and Beyond Pass the Buck on Opioid Cash Oversight By Aneri Pattani July 21, 2026

https://kffhealthnews.org/public-health/opioid-settlement-funds-leadership-vacuum-disbursement-oversight-new-york/ KFF Health News: Leadership Vacuum: Agencies In New York And Beyond Pass The Buck On Opioid Cash Oversight Companies accused of recklessly marketing and distributing prescription opioid painkillers are paying roughly $58 billion to settle lawsuits over their role in fueling the addiction crisis. It’s a pot of gold eyed by addiction treatment providers, companies creating the latest opioid-related products, and government officials struggling to balance budgets. (Pattani, 7/21)