HARRISBURG – Sen. Scott Martin of Lancaster & Berks Counties called on his colleagues to support a study to evaluate the successes, outcomes, and potential legislative actions that may be needed for the state’s largest school safety grant program. Since creation in 2018, PA’s School Safety & Security Grant Program has provided millions of dollars to help schools keep students safe. It provides grants for a variety of programs, including hiring School Police Officers and School Resource Officers, purchasing safety equipment, implementing violence prevention programs, and other measures to safeguard schools. Martin called for the non-partisan Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to hold a study and provide recommendations for future legislative action. The announcement comes after the Senate passing House Bill 27 last week that would streamline and improve programs to keep students safe.
SEN. SCOTT MARTIN