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NCSL Legislative Video Resource Center

The NCSL Video Resource Center is a collection of recorded webinars accessible for on-demand learning.

Rural Overdose Prevention: What State Policymakers Need to Know in 2026

April 9, 2026

Rural Overdose Prevention: What State Policymakers Need to Know

Rural communities face unique challenges related to the overdose crisis, including limited access to services, long emergency response times, workforce shortages, and geographic isolation. This webinar provided state legislators and legislative staff with the latest data on rural overdose trends and policy opportunities to strengthen prevention and response in rural communities. Participants will also hear examples of state-level programs and legislative approaches that support prevention, early intervention and rural health system capacity.