Nearly $50 million from New Jersey’s Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund will be used to expand programs aimed at reducing overdoses, improving treatment access, and supporting recovery for residents affected by substance use. Governor Phil Murphy announced the new allocation, which brings the total state-level opioid settlement funding in New Jersey to more than $324 million.
The funds will support a range of initiatives including expansions of evidence-based programs, capital investments to increase patient capacity, innovative family health programs, and strategic planning efforts. The aim is to enhance treatment infrastructure, lower barriers to care, and improve long-term health outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders.
Governor Murphy stated: “The opioid epidemic has had a devastating impact on every corner of our state and nation. My administration has made it a priority to bring together public health experts, service providers, clinicians, and those with lived experiences to help us better understand this crisis and maximize the use of our opioid settlement funds. With today’s announcement, we are building on our historic investments into life-saving and life-altering programs that have had a tangible impact on New Jerseyans combating addiction. Together, we have infused more than $324 million into our most vulnerable communities to reduce harm, empower families and individuals, and support sustained recovery.”
Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman added: “These investments reflect New Jersey’s unwavering commitment to saving lives and expanding access to compassionate, evidence-based care. By investing in stable housing, strengthening access to timely treatment, bolstering harm reduction and recovery supports, and expanding maternal health services, we are directing resources to programs that make a meaningful difference to help individuals and families achieve long-term health and stability.”
The recommendations for this latest round of funding were made by the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council. This council was created in 2022 with the responsibility of advising the administration on how best to use opioid settlement dollars effectively and equitably. Its strategic plan emphasizes housing assistance, harm reduction measures such as expanded Harm Reduction Centers across all counties in New Jersey—currently numbering 55 or more—and improved access to coordinated wraparound services.
Over the next twenty years,New Jersey will receive over $1 billion in opioid settlement funds distributed among the state government as well as eligible counties and municipalities. Previous allocations include nearly $145 million dedicated through 2030 for growing harm reduction services such as mobile units for outreach efforts.Community Peer Recovery Centers have also expanded operations at 22 locations statewide, while supportive housing options continue development for those in recovery.
Requests for proposals related to these funds are available from the State on an ongoing basis.
