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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro on Monday proposed a state budget that significantly expands funding for community violence intervention programs, pointing to sharp declines in gun homicides and shootings …
Shapiro Budget Bets on Violence Prevention as Gun Deaths Fall Across PA Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency highlighted major strides in reducing gun violence, expanding victim support, and strengthening community safety this …
Holiday Spotlight on Safety: Pennsylvania Showcases Big Gains in Fighting Violence Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — One year after being re-established under Governor Josh Shapiro’s Executive Order 2024-02, the Pennsylvania Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) convened its first Advisory Group meeting on …
Pennsylvania Office of Gun Violence Prevention Marks First Year With Strategic Advisory Meeting Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lt. Governor Austin Davis and six Governor’s Advisory Commissions gathered on Wednesday to mark Gun Violence Awareness Month with the opening of the Souls Shot Portrait Project …
Art Honors Lives Lost to Gun Violence: Souls Shot Exhibit Inspires Action Read More
LANCASTER, PA — Firearm safety has taken center stage in Pennsylvania, as the Shapiro-Davis Administration continues its efforts to reduce gun-related injuries and fatalities by promoting safe storage practices. With over …
Can Safe Firearm Storage Save Lives? 3,500 Free Gun Locks Already Making a Difference in PA Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is taking aim at one of the fastest-growing threats to public safety with her newly proposed legislation to regulate 3D-printed firearms. These “ghost …
3D-Printed Guns in the Crosshairs as Pennsylvania Lawmakers Demand Action Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — In a compelling call to action, Elizabeth Moro, candidate for Pennsylvania’s House District 160, and renowned gun safety advocate Fred Guttenberg held a press conference on …
Urgent Call to Action: Moro and Guttenberg Lead Charge for Gun Safety Reforms in Pennsylvania! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a decisive move to bolster the fight against gun violence, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2024-02 on Monday, re-establishing the Pennsylvania Office of Gun Violence …
Governor Shapiro’s Bold Move to Crush Gun Violence: A New Era of Safety for Pennsylvania! Read MoreHARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced her support this week for a coalition of 21 attorneys general advocating for robust state and federal gun regulations. This coalition, spearheaded by …
Attorney General Michelle Henry Joins Coalition Supporting Gun Regulation Laws Read More HARRISBURG, PA — State Representative Craig Williams has announced a renewed commitment to the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program with an additional $3 million included in the 2024-25 state budget. …
Pennsylvania Increases Funding for Project Safe Neighborhoods to Combat Gun Violence Read More