Minnesota was part of many multi-state lawsuits against opioid manufacturers and distributors. One lawsuit was settled for $26 billion. A second wave of five lawsuits was settled for $20 billion. This money will be divided between states, counties and cities through 2038.
The Office of Minnesota's Attorney
explains how the settlement works and why it matters.
What are opioids?
Opioids include the illegal drug heroin, fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription. Misuse of the drug leads to addiction.
Money for counties and cities
Dakota County and cities within the county will receive some of the $46.4 billion. Below are the amounts each are estimated to receive:
| Dakota County | $9,127,527.20 | $7,429,374.49 |
Apple Valley
| $617,519.39
| $502,631.52 |
Burnsville
| $1,060,307.21
| $863,039.81 |
| Eagan | $755,263.79
| $614,748.92
|
| Inver Grove Heights | $452,875.32
| $368,619.04
|
| Lakeville | $582,714.92
| $474,302.32
|
A full list of estimated funds to counties and cities can be found on the
Attorney General's website.
Local opioid data
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) maintains
opioid overdose statistics.
Additional resources
For additional information, visit the
settlement's website.
For information on MDH's opioid overdose prevention work, visit the
MDH website.