Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing About Criminal Trends and Solutions in Pennsylvania
June 10, 2024

Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing About Criminal Trends and Solutions in Pennsylvania

The Senate Majority Policy Committee will be holding a public hearing about criminal trends and solutions in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, June 11, at 10 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 of the Pennsylvania State Capitol’s North Office Building, according to Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49), chair of the committee.   [Read More]

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June 4, 2024

Laughlin Legislation to Help Property Owners Deal With Squatters Advances

The Senate Judiciary Committee today reported to the full Senate legislation, Senate Bill 1236, aimed at codifying Pennsylvania case law to establish more certainty for landlords, law enforcement and homeowners who encounter squatters, announced bill sponsor Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).  [Read More]

Laughlin Bill Would Expand Access to Solar Power
May 30, 2024

Laughlin Bill Would Expand Access to Solar Power

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) has reintroduced legislation that would expand access to solar power through a local voluntary program while ensuring adequate ratepayer protection.  [Read More]

Erie Schools Awarded Environmental Education Grants
May 21, 2024

Erie Schools Awarded Environmental Education Grants

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced Erie’s public schools received funding through Pennsylvania’s Environmental Education Grant Program totaling nearly $10,000 to promote environmental education and stewardship.  [Read More]

Sen. Laughlin Introduces Text Option for Constituent Outreach
May 15, 2024

Sen. Laughlin Introduces Text Option for Constituent Outreach

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) is pleased to announce a new avenue for constituents to reach out to his office: text messaging. As part of ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility and communication, constituents can now text Sen. Laughlin's office directly at 814-900-4527.  [Read More]

Why I Oppose Offshore Wind Farms in Lake Erie
May 9, 2024

Why I Oppose Offshore Wind Farms in Lake Erie

As the representative for the entire Lake Erie coastline in the Pennsylvania Senate, I feel a profound responsibility to safeguard the interests and well-being of my constituents.  [Read More]

Senate Republicans Secure Historic Tax Cuts for Working Families
May 8, 2024

Senate Republicans Secure Historic Tax Cuts for Working Families

Championed by Senate Republicans, a historic plan to reduce by roughly $3 billion the taxes of working families, job creators and energy consumers in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate on Tuesday with a bipartisan 36-14 vote, said Sen Dan Laughlin (R-49).  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces PENNVEST Funding for Erie City Water Authority Project
April 24, 2024

Laughlin Announces PENNVEST Funding for Erie City Water Authority Project

The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) today awarded $710,000 in funding to the Erie City Water Authority for a project to replace some lead service lines, according to Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).  [Read More]

Laughlin To Introduce Legislation To Help Property Owners Deal with Squatters
April 18, 2024

Laughlin To Introduce Legislation To Help Property Owners Deal with Squatters

State Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced his plans to soon introduce legislation aimed at codifying Pennsylvania case law to establish more certainty for landlords, law enforcement and homeowners who encounter squatters.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces Investment to Improve Access to High-Speed Internet in Erie  County
April 18, 2024

Laughlin Announces Investment to Improve Access to High-Speed Internet in Erie County

The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) announced today that Windstream is being awarded a total of $921,997 to increase access to reliable, high-speed internet in Erie County, according to state Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).  [Read More]

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