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Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair
Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair
Laughlin Announces More Than $528,000 in School Safety Grants for Erie County Nonpublic Schools
June 4, 2026

Laughlin Announces More Than $528,000 in School Safety Grants for Erie County Nonpublic Schools

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced that more than $528,000 in state funding has been awarded to nonpublic schools in Erie County through Pennsylvania’s Targeted School Safety for Nonpublic Schools Grant Program.  [Read More]

Laughlin Introduces AIR Act to Modernize Aviation Funding and Strengthen Airports Across the Commonwealth
June 2, 2026

Laughlin Introduces AIR Act to Modernize Aviation Funding and Strengthen Airports Across the Commonwealth

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) has introduced Senate Bill 1365, the Pennsylvania AIR Act, legislation aimed at modernizing aviation funding and providing long-term support for airports across the commonwealth.  [Read More]

Laughlin Bill to Reform Cannabis Oversight Clears Committee
May 4, 2026

Laughlin Bill to Reform Cannabis Oversight Clears Committee

Legislation introduced by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) to bring greater structure, accountability and consistency to Pennsylvania’s cannabis landscape advanced out of the Senate Law and Justice Committee today.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces $1.5 Million in State Grants to Benefit At-Risk Youth
April 15, 2026

Laughlin Announces $1.5 Million in State Grants to Benefit At-Risk Youth

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R- 49) announced today the School Safety and Security Committee approved $1.5 million in Building Opportunity through Out-of-School Time (BOOST) and Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) grants for four projects in Erie County.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces $10M in Funding for Erie Water Upgrades
April 15, 2026

Laughlin Announces $10M in Funding for Erie Water Upgrades

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced the approval of $10 million in funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support critical Erie water infrastructure upgrades.  [Read More]

Laughlin’s Senate Bill 49 Amended to Include New Federal Hemp Standards
March 16, 2026

Laughlin’s Senate Bill 49 Amended to Include New Federal Hemp Standards

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49), chairman of the Senate Law and Justice Committee, announced his legislation to establish the Pennsylvania Cannabis Control Board has been amended to mirror new federal hemp standards recently signed into law.  [Read More]

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]

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]

Laughlin to Introduce Bill to Track Felony Animal Abusers in PA
January 26, 2026

Laughlin to Introduce Bill to Track Felony Animal Abusers in PA

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced his intent to introduce legislation known as “Aimee’s Law”, which would create a publicly accessible registry of individuals convicted of felony animal abuse offenses.  [Read More]

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