Billions of dollars are expected to come to Pennsylvania to help the state respond to the opioid epidemic. Spotlight PA has been tracking the funds in this ongoing accountability series. • Spotlight PA

Opioid Settlement Money

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Billions of dollars are expected to come to Pennsylvania to help the state respond to the opioid epidemic. Spotlight PA has been tracking the funds in this ongoing accountability series.

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You can decide how billions to fight the opioid epidemic should be spent with our new tool

by Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA

Use our interactive tool to decide what type of opioid settlement spending should be allowed in Pennsylvania — and compare your results to the choices of a secretive oversight board.

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Pennsylvania opens door for opioid funds to support overwhelmed public defenders

by Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA

Erika Shambaugh and other audience members listen during a “Voices of the Epidemic” forum hosted by Spotlight PA in April 2025 in Berks County.

Opioid settlement spending faces growing scrutiny as Pennsylvania awaits millions more

by Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA

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Secretive board overseeing Pa.’s billion-dollar opioid response invites public to speak for 1st time

by Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA

During a community forum hosted by Spotlight PA in Berks County in April 2025, Jessica Berry shared her experience with Pennsylvania’s addiction crisis.

Opioid funds, public voices: What Spotlight PA heard and learned by listening to you

by Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA

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