Kansas is set to receive at least $15 million as part of a multi-billion dollar settlement with Walmart over the retailer’s alleged roll in the country’s opioid epidemic.
The office of the Attorney General announced Kansas is one of 43 states named in the settlement to resolve allegations Walmart contributed to the opioid addiction crisis by failing to appropriately oversee the dispensing of opioids at its stores. Kansas could receive more cash as the final details of the settlement are finalized, according to the AG.
The settlement will provide more than $3 billion nationwide and will require improvements in how Walmart’s pharmacies handle opioids. All proceeds from the settlement must be used to provide treatment and recovery services for those struggling with opioid use disorder.
