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Sen. Laughlin Introduces Minimum Wage Legislation
May 31, 2023

Sen. Laughlin Introduces Minimum Wage Legislation

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) has introduced legislation seeking to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania from $7.25 per hour to $15 per hour by 2026, beginning with $11 per hour on Jan. 1, 2024, and permanently index it to inflation thereafter.  [Read More]

Laughlin, Williams to Introduce Drug Overdose Treatment Legislation
May 25, 2023

Laughlin, Williams to Introduce Drug Overdose Treatment Legislation

HARRISBURG – Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Anthony Williams (D-8) announced they will introduce legislation aimed at helping individuals regain control of their lives following a drug overdose in which a life-sustaining medication was administered. “While the ability to administer a life-sustaining medication has reduced the death rate, it is not treatment and does little […]  [Read More]

Statement by Sen. Dan Laughlin on the Passing of Paul Nelson
May 22, 2023

Statement by Sen. Dan Laughlin on the Passing of Paul Nelson

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) issued the following statement upon learning of the passing of Paul Nelson:  [Read More]

Laughlin, Street Introduce Bipartisan Approach to Marijuana Legalization in PA
May 19, 2023

Laughlin, Street Introduce Bipartisan Approach to Marijuana Legalization in PA

Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sharif Street (D-3) announced they will introduce bipartisan legislation to legalize adult use of marijuana in Pennsylvania.  [Read More]

Senate Hearing to Explore Rural Workforce Challenges
May 11, 2023

Senate Hearing to Explore Rural Workforce Challenges

The Senate Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) will hold a hearing on Wednesday, May 17 at 1:00p.m.  [Read More]

Committee Approves Laughlin Electric Scooter Legislation
May 10, 2023

Committee Approves Laughlin Electric Scooter Legislation

Legislation seeking to ensure low-speed scooters are properly regulated within Pennsylvania’s vehicle code was reported to the full Senate out of the Senate Transportation Committee, according to Senate Bill 692’s prime sponsor, Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).  [Read More]

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