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BUCKS COUNTY, PA — In a recent announcement, Pennsylvania’s Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) confirmed that Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church in Solebury Township, Bucks County, will receive $45,617 for significant security …
Senator Steve Santarsiero Secures $45,617 For Security Upgrades At Historic Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On December 13, 2023, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), chaired by Lt. Governor Austin Davis, approved $19 million in various grants. These funds are set …
Pennsylvania Commission Approves $19 Million in Grants for Nonprofits and Law Enforcement Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a move aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment in higher education institutions, Pennsylvania Senator Art Haywood (D-4) has announced forthcoming legislation designed to counteract hate speech …
Pennsylvania Senators Propose Legislation to Combat Hate Speech on College Campuses Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — A Beaver County man has pleaded guilty in federal court to hate crimes against disabled residents of a healthcare facility in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, announced U.S. Attorney …
Beaver County Resident Pleads Guilty to Hate Crimes Against Disabled Individuals Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a significant move towards enhancing community safety, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 1772 on October 31, 2023, with a vote of 153-49. This bill …
Pennsylvania House Passes HB 1772, Doubling Nonprofit Security Grant Program Funding Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Council unanimously voted to adopt a resolution denouncing hate crime in Delaware County during their public meeting on September 20, 2023.
Delaware County Council Adopts Anti-Hate Crime Resolution Read More
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has announced the introduction of the Disarm Hate Act, legislation aimed at preventing individuals convicted of violent misdemeanor hate crimes from purchasing or possessing firearms. …
Senator Casey Proposes Disarm Hate Act to Curb Gun Access for Hate Crime Convicts Read More
BERWYN, PA — The Tredyffrin Township Board of Supervisors, at their May 23, 2023 meeting, voted unanimously to approve Resolution 2023-16, condemning antisemitism and all forms of hate.
Tredyffrin Township Takes Strong Stand Against Hate, Condemns Antisemitism Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) newest initiative is significant in helping protect Pennsylvanians from hate crimes. In a major move toward achieving public safety, the …
Pennsylvania Grants Over $1 Million to Fight Hate Crimes Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted for vandalizing a mosque with hate speech.
Mosque Vandalized with Hate Speech in Philadelphia Read More