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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 27, 2012
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Scott Sikorski
717-787-1377
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Corman Introduces Legislation to Address NCAA Fine
Harrisburg - Senator Jake Corman (R-34th District) announced today that he
will introduce legislation in January to direct the $60 million fine assessed on
Penn State University to child sexual abuse prevention programs in-state.
Additionally, the Senator will file a lawsuit to ask the courts to enjoin the
NCAA or their endowment from releasing any funds to organizations outside of
Pennsylvania.
Senator Corman said, "I believe the fine money, which is coming from
Pennsylvania residents, should stay in Pennsylvania and benefit our
organizations and children. Every dollar will continue to go to worthy and
valuable child abuse prevention and educational organizations, except this way,
the connection between Pennsylvania resident funds and Pennsylvania benefits
will be clear."
Senator Corman added, "The Pennsylvania Task Force on Child Protection
recently issued a comprehensive report which points to many worthwhile
organizational avenues in our Commonwealth that could benefit greatly from the
distribution of the fine. I believe keeping the money is Pennsylvania is not
only appropriate, but also will significantly help the state achieve the goals
and preparedness the Task Force spells out."
Senator Corman serves as Chairman of the Senator Appropriations Committee, is
a Penn State alumnus and represents the State College area as part of the 34th
Senatorial District.
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