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Topic: Public Safety

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Wolf Administration Announces Report Showing Decline in Prescription Opioid Misuse Among Young Adults

July 27, 2017

The Wolf Administration announced a report by the PA SEOW that found a decline in prescription opioid misuse among young Pennsylvanians from 2011 to 2014.

Government Reform,  Government That Works,  Press Release,  Public Safety,  Transparency

Governor Wolf Will Sign Compromise Office of State Inspector General Bill

July 11, 2017

In the spirit of bipartisan compromise, Governor Wolf announced he will sign Senate Bill 527, sponsored by Sen. Ryan Aument, into law later this week.

Press Release,  Public Safety,  Results,  Transparency

Wolf Administration Receives Federal Grant for State Police Body-Worn Camera Pilot Program

July 07, 2017

Governor Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) has been awarded a $52,000 federal grant that will help fund a pilot program of body-worn cameras.

Bill Signing,  Human Services,  Press Release,  Public Safety,  Results

Governor Wolf Signs Law to Increase Penalties for Endangering Children

June 29, 2017

Governor Wolf signed House Bill 217, renewing the commonwealth’s commitment to the safety of its children and increasing penalties for those who carelessly and flagrantly endanger them.

National Issues,  Press Release,  Public Health,  Public Safety,  Substance Use Disorder

Governor Tom Wolf Commends Attorney General for Launch of Probe into Opioid Marketing and Addiction

June 15, 2017

Governor Wolf commended Attorney General Josh Shapiro’s announcement that Pennsylvania is taking on a leadership role in a bipartisan investigation of opioid marketing and addiction in Pennsylvania and across the country. Shapiro made the announcement at a press conference in the Capitol.