Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the rollout of $25.2 million in federal funding, which will expand critical initiatives in New York's ongoing effort to confront the opioid epidemic that is gripping the nation. The funding will be used to add and enhance treatment services for people struggling with opioid use disorders in high-need counties throughout the state, including mobile treatment, telehealth capabilities, and the expansion of medication assisted treatment. It will also support statewide prevention and recovery programs. These initiatives build upon the Governor's multi-pronged approach to addressing the opioid epidemic affecting communities across the state.
Sadly, no funding has been allocated for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Steuben and Wyoming counties.
