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For Immediate Release
2/1/10
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MEDIA ADVISORY

Greensburg Hearing Set on Ward's Proposed State Police Assistance Program

Thursday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m.

Greensburg – The Senate Law and Justice Committee, chaired by Sen. John Pippy (R-37), will hold a public hearing in Westmoreland County next week on legislation to give municipalities the option of contracting with State Police for additional services.

The hearing will be held Thursday, Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, 700 Power Line Drive in Hempfield Township.

Senate Bill 984, sponsored by Sen. Kim Ward (R-39), would create the State Trooper Services Contractual Program, allowing municipalities without police departments to contract with the State Police for additional number of troopers beyond the current complement.

The committee is expected to hear from representatives of the Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania State Police Troopers Association, the Pennsylvania Township Supervisors Association and area municipal officials.

CONTACT:

Greg Mahon
(717) 787-5839