CeaseFirePA works to end the epidemic of gun violence in Pennsylvania. Every 6 hours, someone is killed with a gun, and a gun-related suicide occurs every 10 hours, with over 500 Pennsylvanians killed annually. Despite broad public support, including from gun owners, legislators often block common-sense prevention measures.

Since 2002, CeaseFirePA has helped advance crucial legislation, including expanding background checks, disarming abusers through Act 79, and securing $50 million for violence prevention in 2021. After nearly 500 gun deaths in 2021, Philadelphia saw a 48% decline by 2024, a trend CeaseFirePA continues to advocate for.

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