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Wolf Administration Announces $100 Million to Combat Gun Violence

Wolf Administration Announces $100 Million to Combat Gun Violence

The current year’s state budget includes millions for two grant programs aimed at preventing violent crimes before they happen. In an effort to prevent gun violence before it even begins, Gov. Tom Wolf announced on Miércoles funding for two grant programs aimed at...
APPLY TODAY: Applications Now Open for Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) Program

APPLY TODAY: Applications Now Open for Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) Program

When it comes to preventing violence in cities and towns across the commonwealth, my colleagues and I made a key investment with the passing of the ’22-’23 budget:  $105 million for the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program.

It takes an all-hands-on-deck approach to combat violence in Pennsylvania, and community-based groups and initiatives are doing tremendous work on the local level.