Senator Laughlin
Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair
Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair

Recent News

An Open Letter to the People of Erie and All Who Care for the U.S. Brig Niagara
February 6, 2026

An Open Letter to the People of Erie and All Who Care for the U.S. Brig Niagara

The U.S. Brig Niagara is more than a historic vessel. She is a living symbol of American perseverance, Pennsylvania craftsmanship, and Erie’s enduring role in our nation’s story. As we move closer to the day when Niagara returns home, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the many people who have helped […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – February 5, 2026
February 5, 2026

E-news Updates – February 5, 2026

In this Update: Aligning Priorities for Erie’s Future Honoring the Heroism of the Four Chaplains Expanding Access to Childcare How I Can Help Gov. Shapiro’s Budget Proposal Spends Too Much Senate Approves Measure to Prohibit Student Cellphone Use in PA Schools 2026 Adult Trout Stocking Schedule Available Grants to Help Preserve History Ahead of America’s […]  [Read More]

Sen. Laughlin Announces Senate Passage of  Student Cellphone Policy Legislation
February 4, 2026

Sen. Laughlin Announces Senate Passage of Student Cellphone Policy Legislation

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced the Pennsylvania Senate has passed legislation requiring public schools across the commonwealth to adopt policies limiting student cellphone use during the school day. Senate Bill 1014 aims to reduce classroom distractions, improve academic performance, and address growing concerns surrounding student mental health and social development.  [Read More]

Sen. Laughlin Warns of Shapiro Budget Risks, Calls for Cannabis, Skill Game Oversight and Fair Wages
February 3, 2026

Sen. Laughlin Warns of Shapiro Budget Risks, Calls for Cannabis, Skill Game Oversight and Fair Wages

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49), today expressed concerns about Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $53.3 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, calling for a more responsible spending plan and action on cannabis and skill game regulation.  [Read More]

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Office of Senator Dan Laughlin

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203049
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3049
Telephone: (717) 787-8927
TTY: Use 711 (explained here)

District Office

1314 Griswold Plaza
Suite 101
Erie, PA 16501
Telephone: (814) 453-2515

Meet Dan Laughlin

Sen. Dan Laughlin was elected to the Pennsylvania State Senate in 2016 to represent the 49th Senatorial District, which includes nearly all of Erie County. He was reelected in 2020 and 2024. Born in Erie and raised in the Erie Heights housing project, Sen. Laughlin is the son of a decorated World War II veteran. As a small business owner, Sen. Laughlin strongly supports policies that create jobs, limit government spending and ease the tax and regulatory burden on job-creators. An advocate for government reform, he is committed to making state government accessible and accountable to the people he serves.
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