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West Virginia Shifts Opioid Fund Control | Charleston News
West Virginia’s Attorney General is handing more control over opioid settlement funds to elected officials, shifting away from the West Virginia First Foundation’s dominant role. With 70% of funds previously going to the foundation, the new plan empowers state and local lawmakers to decide how money is spent — a move praised by legislators like Senator Mike Woelfel, who says elected officials should lead financial decisions. Current fund recipients won’t see disruptions, as the old system continues through 2030. Delegate Sean Hornbuckle hopes the change will prioritize prevention, especially…
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