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HARRISBURG, PA — Juveniles accused of misconduct on federal property in Pennsylvania could be routed through the state’s juvenile justice system under legislation that unanimously passed the state House on …
Juvenile Protections Bill Clears Pa. House Unanimously Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania lawmakers has announced a new statewide initiative aimed at improving safety and support systems for young people across the Commonwealth. Led by …
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Push to Reform Youth Safety and Justice Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Two bills championed by state Representative Chris Pielli, D-Chester, were signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro on Friday, marking significant progress in addressing child safety and …
Pennsylvania Governor Signs Two Bills Backed by Rep. Chris Pielli Into Law Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Human Services (DHS) recently inaugurated the Southeast Youth Development Center (YDC) in Montgomery County. This new secure residential facility aims to increase the state’s capacity …
New Southeast Youth Development Center Opens to Serve Adjudicated Youth Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) and U.S. Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29) introduced the Prohibiting Detention of Youth Status Offenders Act. The bill seeks to prevent …
New Bill Aims to Keep Youth Out of Detention for Minor Offenses Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Senators Tim Kearney (D-Delaware) and John Kane (D-Chester/Delaware) have announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at establishing a pilot program for school-based youth courts. This initiative seeks …
Pennsylvania Senators Propose Youth Courts to Reform School Discipline Read More