Pennsylvania Statutes Title 35 P.S. Health and Safety § 10272. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Closure.” The temporary or permanent shutdown of a public safety facility that results in the loss or reassignment of employment and the cessation or relocation of primary operations for any period longer than 180 days.

“Political subdivision.”A county, city, borough, town, township or school district.

“Public entity.”The Department of Corrections or the Pennsylvania State Police.

“Public safety facility.”A State correctional institution operated by the Department of Corrections or a station operated by the Pennsylvania State Police.