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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 State Police (PSP) has released staggering new figures detailing firearms purchase denials and related investigations for the final quarter of 2024. The Pennsylvania Instant Check System …
Firearms Denials Spark Investigations as PSP Releases Eye-Opening Q4 Report Read More
HARRISBURG, 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
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In an attempt to create safer communities across Pennsylvania, on Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro joined forces with Philadelphia leaders, the General Assembly, and gun violence prevention advocates. …
Next Step in Pennsylvania’s Battle Against Gun Violence: Governor Josh Shapiro’s $100 Million Proposal to Fund Community Initiatives Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The City of Philadelphia has secured a settlement that marks a significant victory in the battle against the rising tide of untraceable firearms, known as “ghost guns,” …
Philadelphia Strikes a Blow Against ‘Ghost Guns’ in Landmark Settlement Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In the heart of Pennsylvania, the debate rages on over a new form of armament increasingly cropping up in criminal investigations – ghost guns. On Monday, the …
Ghost Gun Controversy: Second Amendment Rights or Criminal Loopholes? Read More
WEST READING, PA — A total of 59 hospitals from Philadelphia, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Southern New Jersey have united under the banner of HospitalsTogether.com, launching a major public service …
Health Systems Unite to Address Child Gun Safety in Tri-State Area Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — The Kennett Square Police Department is giving away approximately 15 Lockdown 15″ Cable Gun Locks to residents of the Kennett Square Borough at no cost. The …
Kennett Square PD Offers Free Gun Locks to Bolster Local Safety Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Senator Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks), Chair of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Policy Committee, and Senator Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) co-hosted a public hearing on Monday to discuss the need …
Pennsylvania State Senators Co-Host Public Hearing on Universal Background Checks for Firearm Purchases Read More