A Resolution designating the week of September 22 through 26, 2025, as "Safe2Say Something Week" in Pennsylvania.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates the week of September 22 through 26, 2025, as "Safe2Say Something Week" in Pennsylvania. It recognizes the Safe2Say Program, established in 2018, which allows individuals to anonymously report concerning behavior to schools and authorities. The program has received over 178,000 tips since its inception and is considered a model for student safety. This designation aims to raise awareness of the program and its importance in addressing student well-being and safety concerns.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of September 22-26, 2025, as "Safe2Say Something Week" in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges the existence and operation of the Safe2Say Program.
- Recognizes the Safe2Say Program's role in reporting threats and other concerning behaviors.
- Highlights the program's success, citing over 178,000 tips received since 2019.
- Notes an 8% increase in reports related to suicide or suicidal ideation in the 2024-2025 school year.
- Points out an 82% increase in reports of threats against schools.
- References Act 44 of 2018 as the legal basis for the Safe2Say Program.
- States that the program is considered a national model for student protection.
Who is affected
- Students
- School Employees
- Community Members
- Pennsylvania Residents
- The Office of Attorney General
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Daniel Laughlin
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