Pennsylvania Awards $2 Million To Centre County To Improve Juvenile Justice Services, Combat Opioid Addiction, Strengthen Programs For Crime Survivors

Pennsylvania Representative Scott Conklin announced grant funding of $2 million for Centre County to fund a juvenile justice initiative, combat opioid addiction, and bolster resources for domestic and child abuse survivors.

The funding includes:

Nearly $1.2 million to Pennsylvania State University to continue its work with the Standardized Program Evaluation Protocol—a data-driven system that allows the state to assess which evidence-based programs are most effective at serving juveniles in the justice system and preventing recidivism

A $500,000 grant to the Centre County Commissioners will enhance the Centre County Correctional Facility’s medication-assisted treatment program . . .