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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 $5.1 Million in Local Share Account Funding for Erie County Communities
September 15, 2026

Laughlin Announces More Than $5.1 Million in Local Share Account Funding for Erie County Communities

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced today that 18 projects across Erie County have been awarded a combined $5,109,357 through the Commonwealth's Local Share Account (LSA) program, funding upgrades to municipal buildings, public safety equipment, water and sewer infrastructure, and heavy machinery for townships and boroughs throughout the district.  [Read More]

Laughlin Plans Legislation to Prohibit Networked License Plate Surveillance Cameras
August 27, 2026

Laughlin Plans Legislation to Prohibit Networked License Plate Surveillance Cameras

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced plans to introduce legislation prohibiting the use of Flock Safety (surveillance) cameras and substantially similar networked automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Laughlin, Erie CRIZ Authority and EDDC Celebrate  Continued Momentum for Downtown Erie
August 12, 2026

Laughlin, Erie CRIZ Authority and EDDC Celebrate Continued Momentum for Downtown Erie

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) welcomed the Commonwealth’s approval of the Flagship City Commons project for financing through the Erie City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ), calling it another major step forward for downtown Erie’s revitalization.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces over $500,000 for Summit Township Traffic Signal Improvements
August 4, 2026

Laughlin Announces over $500,000 for Summit Township Traffic Signal Improvements

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced today that Summit Township will receive $533,988 through PennDOT’s Green Light-Go Program to upgrade traffic signals and improve safety and mobility for residents, commuters, and businesses throughout the community.  [Read More]

Senators Hail Court Ruling as Victory for PA Property Owners
July 22, 2026

Senators Hail Court Ruling as Victory for PA Property Owners

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41), Senate Game & Fisheries Committee Chairman Greg Rothman (R-34) and Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) issued the following statement regarding the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision on Tuesday in favor of the Punxsutawney Hunting Club and the Pitch Pine Hunting Club:  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces $12 Million in State RACP Funding
July 17, 2026

Laughlin Announces $12 Million in State RACP Funding

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced that $12 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funding has been awarded to three transformational projects in the City of Erie, supporting economic development, downtown revitalization, and higher education.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces $2.64 Million PENNVEST Investment  for Waterford Drinking Water Project
July 15, 2026

Laughlin Announces $2.64 Million PENNVEST Investment for Waterford Drinking Water Project

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved $2.641 million for a drinking water infrastructure project benefiting the Municipal Authority of the Borough of Waterford.  [Read More]

Laughlin, Mullins, Cutler Applaud ALS, Neurodegenerative Disease Investments Included in 2026-27 Budget
July 13, 2026

Laughlin, Mullins, Cutler Applaud ALS, Neurodegenerative Disease Investments Included in 2026-27 Budget

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49), Rep. Kyle Mullins (D-112) and Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-100) today highlighted the inclusion of continued funding for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) support services and neurodegenerative disease research in Pennsylvania's recently enacted $50.8 billion 2026-27 state budget.  [Read More]

Laughlin: New State Budget Benefits Erie County
July 12, 2026

Laughlin: New State Budget Benefits Erie County

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) supported a responsible state budget today that stands up for taxpayers, doesn’t raise taxes on Pennsylvania families, supports affordability and job growth, and greatly benefits the residents of Erie County.  [Read More]

Laughlin Celebrates First Erie CRIZ Projects Approved,  Marking Major Milestone After Decade of Advocacy
July 9, 2026

Laughlin Celebrates First Erie CRIZ Projects Approved, Marking Major Milestone After Decade of Advocacy

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today celebrated the Commonwealth's approval of the first three projects under Erie's City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ), calling it a defining moment in a decade-long effort to bring one of Pennsylvania's most powerful economic development tools to the City of Erie.  [Read More]

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