Jun 26, 2008 10:34 am US/Eastern
Phila. Lawmakers Launch 'Goods For Guns' Program
PHILADELPHIA (CBS 3) ―
Philadelphia
lawmakers are asking city residents to turn in their guns in exchange for
goods.
Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes, along with Philadelphia Safety
Net, announced Thursday the continuation of the "Goods for Guns Program.
Residents who turn in their guns at designated locations will receive a $100
voucher to citizens who drop off guns redeemable at Philadelphia Forman Mills
and ShopRite stores.
The first drop date is scheduled for June 28 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Tustin
Playground on the 5900 block of West
Columbia Avenue.
Citizens will be able to drop off guns with "no questions asked" about
the history or background of firearm.
Officials said the program will also help provide awareness and education
about gun violence in the Philadelphia
community.
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