Kentucky receives $37.2 million federal grant to fight addiction

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Thursday, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the commonwealth received a $37.2 million federal grant to fight addiction.

"A decrease of nearly 10% in drug overdose deaths last year is something worth celebrating," Gov. Beshear said. "It says that what we're doing is working. It says the more people who can get the help they need, the more lives we can save. We are thankful that these federal funds will make sure the good work we're doing continues and grows."

A press release obtained by Eyewitness News says the grant will be used for expanding work to support evidence-based prevention, treatment and recovery support services to also address stimulant misuse, including for cocaine and methamphetamine.