New York State Creates Office of Gun Violence Prevention

New York’s new state budget includes the creation of a formal Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP), centralizing efforts to reduce shootings and support victims. With $327 million allocated to gun-related initiatives, OGVP will coordinate with law enforcement and hospitals, manage grants, and launch public education campaigns. The move comes amid federal rollbacks of similar programs. Supporters say it positions New York as a national leader in combating gun violence, though critics argue it’s an expensive, ineffective solution.

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Source: Rochester First