A significant $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma was announced, mandating that the Sackler family relinquish control of the company. California is set to receive $440 million as part of this nationwide resolution aimed at combating the opioid crisis. As California's Attorney General Rob Bonta highlights, the settlement is a critical step in holding those responsible for the opioid epidemic accountable, funding treatment and recovery efforts across affected communities. Overall, nearly $50 billion in settlements related to the opioid crisis have been reached over the years, reflecting a systematic effort to address this public health emergency.
California will receive up to $440 million to fund addiction treatment and other services under a nationwide settlement agreement announced Monday with Purdue Pharma.
The opioid epidemic has ravaged communities in California and across the country... we're bringing much-needed funds for addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery to those impacted by this crisis.
Settlements amounting to nearly $50 billion have already been announced, with California having secured nearly $4 billion from companies that state officials say helped fuel the nation's ongoing opioid crisis.
A $7.4 billion settlement announced on Monday will fund addiction treatment, recovery and prevention efforts across the country and require the Sacklers to give up control of Purdue Pharma.
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