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Health · Public health · published 2026-08-27 · via STAT News

Louisiana Sheriffs Spend Opioid Settlement Funds on Police Equipment

An investigation by KFF Health News tracked how sheriffs in Louisiana used opioid settlement money. They found that millions of dollars went to law enforcement gear rather than treatment programs. This raises questions about whether the funds are being used to address the crisis effectively.

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