"The Coalition of State PALS' has received support from the United States Congress for FY 2006 to implement a Law Enforcement Gang Prevention-Intervention Program that will deal with gang violence, drive-by shootings and drug-related murders that are impacting our states. The Coalition believe's that with the implementation of this significant program, the partnership will be able to unite in dealing with these critical issues plaguing our local communities. The overall goal of the Coalition is to foster collaboration in addressing issues important to their memberships in the field of crime prevention and education."

Questions on this Congressional Earmark are directed to: Marcanne Kouri-Beck, NMSPAL Deputy Director at 271-9728.