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Iowa Senate Bill SF2395

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2395

Introduced
2/21/24  
Engrossed
2/27/24  
Introduced
2/21/24  
Engrossed
2/27/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, including appropriations of the moneys in the fund, and providing an effective date.(Formerly SSB 3178.)

Impact

The bill establishes a clear framework for the use of the settlement funds, stipulating that the proceeds are to be used solely for purposes pertaining to opioid crisis abatement. This includes funding initiatives that may involve providing medications to counteract opioid overdoses, among other related public health strategies. Importantly, the bill mandates that any materials produced using these funds must explicitly indicate that the funding originates from a one-time allocation from the opioid settlement fund, fostering transparency regarding the use of state resources.

Summary

Senate File 2395 addresses the appropriation of funds from the opioid settlement fund. Introduced in the Iowa General Assembly, the bill delineates how the funds from the settlement are to be allocated, specifically directing 75% of the funds to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and 25% to the Office of the Attorney General (AG). This structured funding is aimed at bolstering state-level efforts to combat the ongoing opioid crisis while adhering to requirements outlined in any master settlement agreement associated with the funds.

Contention

While the bill passed unanimously with a vote of 46-0, discussions surrounding funding mechanisms and allocation values may arise, particularly concerning the adequacy of the appropriations to address the urgent needs stemming from the opioid epidemic. Some advocates may contend that more significant portions of the fund should be directed towards health intervention strategies that immediately impact communities disproportionately affected by substance abuse.

Notable_points

The swift enactment of the bill upon its passing signifies a prioritization of action against the opioid crisis. The allocation percentages can be seen as a reflection of the state's commitment to both preventive health measures and legal enforcement, allowing for comprehensive approaches to drug-related issues in Iowa.

Companion Bills

IA SSB3178

Related A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, including appropriations of the moneys in the fund, and providing an effective date.(See SF 2395.)

Previously Filed As

IA SSB3178

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, including appropriations of the moneys in the fund, and providing an effective date.(See SF 2395.)

IA SF624

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 1226.)

IA SSB1226

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 624.)

IA HSB689

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations from the opioid settlement fund.

IA HF2427

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, creating the opioid settlement future fund, establishing the opioid epidemic response advisory council, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF1038

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, making appropriations and disbursements, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 331.) Effective date: 06/06/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 07/01/2024.

IA HF584

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, establishing the opioid epidemic response advisory council, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.

IA HSB331

A bill for an act relating to the opioid settlement fund, creating an opioid reserve account, requiring a report to the general assembly, and making appropriations.(See HF 1038.)

IA HF726

A bill for an act relating to services, treatment, research, education, and other activities relating to substance use disorder, mental health, and other conditions including opioid addiction and providing appropriations.

IA SF2437

A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for veterans and health and human services, including other related provisions and appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 3205.)

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