Feb 24, 2023BoardMeeting
BoardTexas Opioid Abatement Fund Council Council Meeting
The council received a presentation regarding the Texas Access to Justice Foundation's efforts to utilize opioid settlement funds to provide civil legal aid for low-income Texans, particularly in rural areas. The discussion covered the intersection of opioid use disorder and legal challenges, including family law, housing stability, and income maintenance issues. The council explored the strategic allocation of grant funding, the importance of outreach to underserved populations, and the role of legal aid in stabilizing individuals and families impacted by the opioid crisis.