Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) was established in 2019 to receive all monies awarded to the State of Maryland through prescription opioid-related legal action. In 2022, Maryland established the ORF Advisory Council to provide recommendations regarding the use of those funds. For all inquiries, email ORF.MOOR@maryland.gov.
Resources
- State-Subdivision Agreement (January 2022 – Janssen)
- State-Subdivision Agreement (April 2023 – Teva, Allergan, & Walmart)
- Janssen Settlement – Exhibit E (allowable uses)
- Statutory Mandate (updated in 2024 with Senate Bill 751)
- 2025 MOOR Recommendations for Local Spending
- Fiscal Year 2025 State Discretionary Abatement Fund Awards Summary
ORF Advisory Council Membership Openings
The Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Advisory Council is currently accepting applications to fill upcoming membership openings. If you are interested in serving on the ORF Advisory Council, please see the position details below on how to apply. You can read more about the responsibilities of the council and its membership requirements at https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=gsf§ion=7-331&enactments=false.
Please submit your applications by Friday, August 8, 2025.
Upcoming Openings: Governor’s Appointment
- An individual who represents a community-based opioid treatment program
- A public health expert engaged in harm reduction services
To apply for these vacancies, please complete the online application through the Governor’s Appointments Office: https://md.accessgov.com/governors-office/Forms/Page/v2/profile/1.
Upcoming Openings: Secretary Appointment
- An individual in recovery from a substance use disorder
- An individual representing a population that is disproportionately impacted by substance use disorders and disparities in access to care
To apply for these vacancies, please complete the online application through the Maryland Department of Health’s Office of Appointments and Executive Nominations at https://mdhappointments.health.maryland.gov/BoardAppointments//Vacancies/IntakeForm/?board=ORF%20%7C%20Opioid%20Restitution%20Fund%20Advisory%20Council&boardid=0018y000005s6s0AAA.
Opioid Restitution Fund Advisory Council
Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Advisory Council was established in 2022 to provide recommendations regarding the use of prescription opioid-related legal settlement funds. As specified by state statute (Maryland Health General Article §7.5–903), the council consists of 12 members who serve for two years.
Click here to learn more: https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/orf-advisorycouncil/
Prescription Opioid Settlement Information
As of the 2024 fiscal year (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024), Maryland has received distributions through seven prescription opioid-related legal settlements. Visit the Settlement Overview page for more information: https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/orf-settlement-overview/
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