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
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
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
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
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
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]