Search the latest reports to see how Wisconsin counties and
municipalities are spending opioid settlement funds — and where millions
remain unspent.
Local Wisconsin governments have received more than $160 million in settlement payments from drug makers, distributors and pharmacies that were sued for their role in the country’s opioid epidemic.
Wisconsin and 87 local governments are expected to receive more than $874 million by 2038, up from projections Wisconsin Watch reported in 2025....
Wisconsin and 87 local governments are expected to receive more than $874 million by 2038, up from projections Wisconsin Watch reported in 2025....
Highlights from the story...
Just eight local governments had spent more than half of their opioid settlement funds by the end of 2025, while 16 hadn’t spent any. Even with millions still available and more payments on the way, local officials are already worried about what happens when the money runs out. At least 17 local governments used some settlement dollars to support law enforcement. About a dozen counties are using funds for foster care or services aimed at preventing family separations. A dozen local governments identified transportation as a major barrier to accessing opioid-related services. Local governments reported spending more than $2 million on treatment for incarcerated people.
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