Wisconsin One of 30 states to Receive Settlement Money for Opioid Crisis Involvement

MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Wisconsin will receive settlement money connected with the opioid crisis.

Attorney General Josh Kaul announced Wednesday that a bipartisan coalition of 30 states has reached a $1.3 billion settlement with the Kroger grocery chain for its involvement in the crisis.

Wisconsin will receive up to nearly $22 million beginning next year.

Kroger will also require its pharmacies to report data about suspicious activity regarding opioid prescriptions.

The chain operates more than 100 stores across Wisconsin, including Pick ‘N’ Save and Metro Market.