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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 — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is leading a seismic shift in public safety and justice under Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration. Over the past two years, …
Over $600 Million in Grants Fuel Safer, Stronger Pennsylvania Communities Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania is taking a bold step forward in the fight against gun violence with a $4 million competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. This funding, awarded …
$4 Million Federal Grant to Combat Gun Violence in Pennsylvania Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has released a set of resources designed to …
SAMHSA Releases Resources to Address Mental Health Impact of Gun Violence 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 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
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has taken an unprecedented step by declaring firearm violence in America a public health crisis. This groundbreaking announcement came …
A Landmark Step in America’s Public Health: Surgeon General’s Fight Against Firearm Violence Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has unveiled a comprehensive report examining the effects of gun violence on teenagers. This report follows a series of roundtable discussions with students …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Releases ‘teenTALK’ Report on Gun Violence Impact Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On Friday, Senator Vincent Hughes gathered anti-violence community groups, gun violence advocates, and lawmakers to emphasize the need for more state funding to support community violence intervention …
Philadelphia Senator Calls for Increased Funding to Combat Gun Violence Read More