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PA SB867

PA SB867
Providing for the establishment and funding of a center to conduct research on gun violence in this Commonwealth.


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Introduced
09/30/2019
In Committee
09/30/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act providing for the establishment and funding of a center to conduct research on gun violence in this Commonwealth.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Center for Gun Violence Research in Pennsylvania, which will be administered by a university selected by the Governor. The center will conduct independent, nonpartisan academic research on gun violence in the state and provide policymakers with scientific evidence to develop sound gun violence prevention policies and programs. The bill outlines the center's mission, research focus areas, and funding mechanisms, including an annual appropriation from the General Assembly and competitive grants for nonprofit organizations conducting gun violence research.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT (on 09/30/2019)

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