Illinois gets $37.9 million to fight opioid epidemic Ryan Voyles 5 years ago Illinois is set to receive $37.9 million from the federal government to fight the opioid epidemic, U.S. Sens. Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin announced Wednesday.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.