Last-minute budget deal sent money to hospitals instead. New bill would restore money to programs

NJ Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council was sidelined as $45M was diverted to four large hospitals

NJ lawmakers moved $45M from local organizations

Protesters stage ‘die-in’ over $45M appropriation for four hospitals

Interview: New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin

Advisory council recommends more supportive housing, harm reduction programs and training for treatment providers

Advocacy group underlines priorities, wants more focus on support than on law enforcement

Calls for harm reduction centers, better housing as state marks Overdose Awareness Day

The money will go to harm reduction centers, health services, supportive housing and more

Healthcare giants are often more concerned with increasing funding instead of increasing impact