National Opioid Settlement

North Carolina is set to receive $1.5 billion from a series of national opioid settlements, part of a larger $56 billion agreement aimed at combating the opioid crisis. These crucial funds will be directed toward providing much-needed relief to communities across the state that have been severely impacted by opioid addiction. The funds will support a range of life-saving programs and services, including treatment, recovery, and harm reduction efforts.

North Carolina's Opioid and Substance Use Action Plan outlines specific strategies to prevent substance use, reduce harm, and ensure that individuals have access to the care they need. This comprehensive approach will help to address the opioid crisis and improve the health and well-being of communities throughout the state.

Additional information about North Carolina's Opioid Settlement can be found at the Core NC website.

The Wayne County Board of Commissioners has approved resolutions authorizing the spending of settlement funds. See the resolutions below:

Residents can keep track of the latest payment updates on the NC Payment Schedule Dashboard.

Spending plan information can be found on the Local Spending Plans Dashboard. This data is updated regularly, but note that the latest spending plans may not be reflected in the current dashboard view.

Wayne County Annual Opioid Meeting Presentation - November 12, 2024