Senate Approves Critical Budget Implementation Bills
The Senate advanced two bills to implement key parts of the 2023-24 budget and drive out funding to schools, hospitals, EMS providers, higher education, libraries and more, according to Sen Dan Laughlin (R-49). These fiscal code bills take an important step to further finalize portions of the state budget which require implementation language. [Read More]
Laughlin: Erie County Pedestrian Safety Projects Receive Funding
State Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced two Erie County pedestrian safety projects have received a total of nearly $600,000 in funding approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority through Pennsylvania’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. [Read More]
Laughlin Announces $6 Million in PENNVEST Funding for Erie City Water Authority
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) today awarded $6 million in funding to the Erie City Water Authority for a lead service line replacement project, according to Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49). [Read More]
Laughlin urges caution with marine sanctuary designation
I’ve always been a strong voice for the protection and responsible management of our natural resources. [Read More]
Laughlin, Street Introduce Bipartisan Approach to Marijuana Legalization in PA
HARRISBURG – Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sharif Street (D-3) have introduced bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 846, to legalize adult use of marijuana in Pennsylvania. “Legalized adult use of marijuana is supported by an overwhelming majority of Pennsylvanians and this legislation accomplishes that while also ensuring safety and social equity,” said Laughlin. “With neighboring states […] [Read More]
Senate Majority Policy Committee Hearing About Criminal Justice Statistics and Trends in Pennsylvania
The Senate Majority Policy Committee will be holding a public hearing about criminal justice statistics and trends in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, June 21, starting at 2 p.m. in Room 8E-B East Wing of the state Capitol, according to Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49), chair of the committee. [Read More]