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HARRISBURG, PA — As election season approaches, the Shapiro Administration, along with the Pennsylvania Department of State (DOS), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), is ramping …
Shapiro Administration Reinforces Efforts to Secure Pennsylvania Elections Read More
SHIPPENSBURG, PA — On Tuesday, Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director Randy Padfield joined representatives from a broad coalition of …
Pennsylvania Hosts National Mass Care Exercise to Bolster Emergency Preparedness Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Shapiro Administration has earmarked additional resources for the 61 county-based Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), or “911 centers,” across Pennsylvania. Following the recent finalization of the fiscal …
Pennsylvania Bolsters 911 Centers with Increased Funding and Next-Gen Technology Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — With the holiday season approaching, Pennsylvania authorities are urging drivers to prioritize safety on the road. Yesterday, the Shapiro Administration, along with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), …
“Operation Safe Holiday” Launched to Ensure Road Safety in Pennsylvania Read More
PENNYSLVANIA — Four members of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) were recently recognized by Governor Josh Shapiro with the prestigious Governor’s Awards for Excellence. Charles (Bill) Shertzer, Raymond Marino, …
Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Staff Honored for Pioneering Next Generation 911 Service Read More