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States agree to $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma in opioid litigation
States agree to $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma in opioid litigation

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time16-06-2025

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States agree to $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma in opioid litigation

All 50 states as well as Washington, D.C., and four U.S. territories have agreed to sign a $7.4 billion settlement with the company and once-prominent family behind OxyContin, officials announced Monday. The settlement resolves pending litigation against Purdue Pharma, which, under the leadership of the Sackler families, invented, manufactured and aggressively marketed opioid products for decades, according to the lawsuits. States and cities across the country said it fueled waves of addiction and overdose deaths. The attorneys general in 55 states and territories have signed on to the historic settlement, which they said will end the Sacklers' ownership of Purdue and bar them from making, selling or marketing opioids in the U.S. MORE: Purdue Pharma, Sackler families boost contribution in opioid settlement to $7.4 billion California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia led the team that negotiated the settlement, which marks the largest of its kind involving the opioid crisis, officials said. "As Pennsylvania families and communities suffered during an unprecedented addiction crisis, Purdue and the Sacklers reaped the mammoth profits from their products," Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday said in a statement. "This monumental settlement achieves the top priority of getting as much money as quickly as possible to prevention, treatment, and recovery programs across the Commonwealth. My office will continue engagement with municipal leaders to ensure millions of dollars reach every corner of the state." Purdue introduced OxyContin, a brand name of oxycodone, in the 1990s and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019 after the company was sued thousands of times. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a prior settlement in June 2024 that would have awarded $6 billion to state and local governments. The Sacklers and Purdue subsequently boosted their settlement contribution to $7.4 billion. "Today's announcement of unanimous support among the states and territories is a critical milestone towards confirming a Plan of Reorganization that will provide billions of dollars to compensate victims, abate the opioid crisis, and deliver opioid use disorder and overdose rescue medicines that will save American lives," Purdue said in a statement on Monday. "We appreciate the extraordinarily hard work of the state attorneys general and our other creditors in getting us to this point, and we look forward to soliciting creditor votes on the Plan after the disclosure statement is approved." The $7.4 billion will support opioid addiction treatment, prevention and recovery programs over the next 15 years. A significant amount of the funds will be distributed in the first three years, with the Sacklers paying $1.5 billion and Purdue paying approximately $900 million in the first payment, followed by $500 million after one year, an additional $500 million after two years, and $400 million after three years. MORE: Supreme Court blocks Purdue Pharma opioid settlement that shields Sackler family of liability 'There will never be enough justice, accountability or money to restore the families whose lives have been wrecked or to right the terrible consequences of the Sackler family's craven misconduct," Connecticut Attorney General William Tong said in a statement on Monday. "What we announce today is both momentous and insufficient, the culmination of years of tumultuous negotiations and legal battles all the way up to the U.S. Supreme Court." Now that the state sign-on period has ended, local governments across the country will be asked to join the settlement, contingent on bankruptcy court approval. A hearing on that matter is scheduled on Wednesday. A board of trustees selected by participating states in consultation with other creditors will determine the future of Purdue, which will continue to be overseen by a monitor and will be prevented from lobbying or marketing opioids. ABC News' Aaron Katersky contributed to this report. States agree to $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma in opioid litigation originally appeared on

Pa. reaches reciprocity agreement with Virginia for concealed carry permit holders
Pa. reaches reciprocity agreement with Virginia for concealed carry permit holders

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time11-06-2025

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Pa. reaches reciprocity agreement with Virginia for concealed carry permit holders

Pistols for sale a Kentucky gun shop. (Courtesy Louder than Guns) Virginians who hold a permit to carry a concealed handgun will be able to keep it on their persons or in their cars when visiting Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a reciprocity agreement with Virginia that allows people with Licenses to Carry Firearms to do so in both states. 'Shortly after taking office, I asked my staff to review opportunities to maximize reciprocity agreements with willing states, and ensure all existing and future agreements protect and respect standing law and constitutional rights,' Sunday said. 'Our research of law in both states revealed nothing conflicting that would disallow permit holders to carry in both states.' The legal staff in Sunday's office reached out to Virginia State Police leaders in early April about renewing a Memorandum of Agreement that provides 'mutual recognition of a license to carry a firearm' issued by Pennsylvania and a license or permit to carry a gun issued by another state. The permitting process is different in each state. In Pennsylvania, applicants apply through their county sheriff's office and a background check is conducted through the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS). The application process in Virginia goes through the clerk of the circuit court of the county or city where the person lives and requires proof of handgun competency. That could include things like completing a hunter safety course or any National Rifle Association or United States Concealed Carry Association firearms safety or training course. The agreement, which applies only to handguns, allows a license holder from Virginia to carry a concealed handgun on their person or in a vehicle, in Pennsylvania, and vice versa, with a Pennsylvania license holder able to do the same in Virginia. It requires permit holders to be at least 21-years-old, carry photo ID, display the permit when asked by law enforcement, and not have a concealed carry permit previously revoked. According to Virginia State Police Superintendent Colonel Matthew D. Hanley, his state has recognized all out-of-state permits, including from Pennsylvania, since July 2016. In a May 21 letter to Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, he noted the execution of the agreement serves to expand the rights of Virginians since their concealed carry permits will now be recognized in the Keystone State. Pennsylvania now has concealed carry reciprocity agreements with 30 states, including Ohio and West Virginia. State police say as of June 2, nearly 1.7 million people have a license to carry permit in Pennsylvania. SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE

Pennsylvania, Virginia finalize concealed carry agreement between states
Pennsylvania, Virginia finalize concealed carry agreement between states

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time11-06-2025

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Pennsylvania, Virginia finalize concealed carry agreement between states

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A reciprocity agreement between Pennsylvania and Virginia for concealed carry permits has been finalized. Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, along with Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, announced on June 11 that holders of licenses to carry firearms can carry a concealed firearm in both states. 'Shortly after taking office, I asked my staff to review opportunities to maximize reciprocity agreements with willing states and ensure all existing and future agreements protect and respect standing law and constitutional rights,' Attorney General Sunday said. 'Our research of law in both states revealed nothing conflicting that would disallow permit holders to carry in both states.' According to the office of Attorney General, legal staff in Pennsylvania reached out to Virginia State Police officials in April 2025 to discuss renewal. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) allows firearm license holders from Pennsylvania to carry a firearm concealed on their person or in a vehicle in Virginia, and license holders in Virginia to do the same. This MOU is only applicable to handguns and has requirements for the permit holders. They must be at least 21 years of age, carry photo identification, display their concealed carry permit when asked by law enforcement, and have not previously had their concealed carry permit revoked. With this renewed agreement, Virginia is the 30th state with which Pennsylvania has concealed carry reciprocity agreements. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Pennsylvanians can now carry concealed firearms in 30th state
Pennsylvanians can now carry concealed firearms in 30th state

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time11-06-2025

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Pennsylvanians can now carry concealed firearms in 30th state

(WHTM) — Pennsylvanians can now carry concealed firearms in Virginia. According to Attorney General Dave Sunday, the two states signed a reciprocity agreement this week, allowing holders of licenses to carry firearms in both states. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'Shortly after taking office, I asked my staff to review opportunities to maximize reciprocity agreements with willing states, and ensure all existing and future agreements protect and respect standing law and constitutional rights,' said Attorney General Sunday. 'Our research of law in both states revealed nothing conflicting that would disallow permit holders to carry in both states.' The Memorandum of Agreement between the two states only applies to handguns and requires permit holders to: Be at least 21 years of age Carry photo identification Display the concealed carry permit when asked by law enforcement Not have a concealed carry permit previously revoked Pennsylvania House passes bill to expand AG oversight of health system transactions Pennsylvania now has concealed carry reciprocity agreements with 30 states. The AG's office provides a complete list online. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

PA Attorney General joins lawsuit to stop 23andMe's sale of customer data
PA Attorney General joins lawsuit to stop 23andMe's sale of customer data

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time11-06-2025

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PA Attorney General joins lawsuit to stop 23andMe's sale of customer data

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Following the filing of bankruptcy by 23andMe and their intent to potentially sell consumer data, PA Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Wednesday, June 11, his office is joining a bipartisan group of 28 Attorney Generals from across the country to file a lawsuit to block the sale. 23andMe, a popular DNA testing company, filed for bankruptcy in March 2025 and is now looking to sell off its assets by auction. Those assets would include sensitive genetic and health data of its customers. 'The millions of consumers — including many Pennsylvanians — who paid for these services certainly did not expect their sensitive data to one day be sold off to a highest bidder,' Attorney General Sunday said. '23andMe is trying to avoid their legal obligations to consumers simply by labeling this sale and transfer of consumer data as a 'change of ownership.' I continue to encourage 23andMe customers to consider deleting their data from the company's database.' The lawsuit, filed in federal bankruptcy court on June 9, objects to the bankruptcy sale of the personal information that 23andMe collected and aims to stop the auctioning of it to the highest bidder. The argument is that this kind of information, such as biological samples, DNA data, and medical records, is too sensitive to be sold without every customer's consent and could potentially be used in ways that they were never informed of when they initially signed up for 23andMe. Pennsylvania joins attorneys general from states like Arizona, Florida, New York, and West Virginia in the lawsuit. Impacted consumers have until July 14, 2025, to file a proof of claim electronically and can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Consumer Protection or call the hotline at (800) 441-2555. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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