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December 16, 2019 - Harrisburg, PA

Gov. Wolf Provides Update on State's Commitment to Protecting Vulnerable Pennsylvanians

Governor Tom Wolf provided an update on the state’s commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.

"Before the ink was dry on my executive order, the council was meeting to discuss ways we can improve how to serve and protect vulnerable Pennsylvanians," said Gov. Wolf. "They worked diligently over three months and delivered recommendations to ensure every human being is treated like a human being. The council engaged stakeholders, legislators, the public, and state agencies. They also tapped into the expertise of advisory bodies who continue to work tirelessly on these issues."

The council’s work resulted in multiple recommendations with two themes: empowering and supporting the workforce, and ensuring vulnerable populations have access to the services they deserve.



Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_001.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_002.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_003.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Haundray Muir speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_004.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_005.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_006.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf asking Secretary of Health. Dr. Rachel Levine to answer a question about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_007.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Brinda Penyak speaking about protecting vulnerable populations. Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_008.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_009.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Brinda Penyak speaking about protecting vulnerable populations. Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_010.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Office of Advocacy and Reform, hiring executive director Dan Jurman speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_011.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_012.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Secretary of Health. Dr. Rachel Levine answering a question about protecting vulnerable populations. Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_013.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_014.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Haundray Muir speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_015.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Tom Wolf speaking about protecting vulnerable populations.   Governor Tom Wolf today provided an update on the states commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, first announced when he signed an executive order in July. Following that announcement that included the creation of his Council on Reform, the council delivered a list of recommendations to him on November 1. Since that time, the governor has reviewed the recommendations and they have been presented for public comment. That public comment period ends today.  Harrisburg, PA  December 16, 2019<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/17671_gov_council_on_reform_dz_016.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>



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    "a human being" - Tom Wolf - Governor of Pennsylvania
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    "back in November" - Tom Wolf - Governor of Pennsylvania
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    "the same page" - Tom Wolf - Governor of Pennsylvania
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    "submit your thoughts" - Tom Wolf - Governor of Pennsylvania
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    "for our children" - Dan Jurman - Exec. Dir. of the Office of Advocacy and Reform
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    "matter the age" - Haundray Muir - Youth Ambassador and Member of Council on Reform