Georgia will start awarding $640M in opioid recovery funds to community groups, local governments

Georgia is getting nearly $640 million as part of a landmark nationwide opioid settlement. Billions are being divided amongst thousands of communities across the United States to help address the devastating impacts of the opioid crisis.

But there is no guarantee of how the funds will be spent, or that those most impacted will be able to participate in spending decisions.

Kevin Tanner is commissioner of Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. He’ll be in charge of the process for grassroots groups and municipalities to get a piece of the funds.