Senate Approves Telemedicine Bill
The Senate today approved legislation that promotes telemedicine as a way to overcome barriers to quality patient care created by distance and reduce the costs of those services, according to Senator Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) who voted for the bill. [Read More]
Senate Passes Bill to Crack Down on Evading Arrests
The Senate today approved a bill that increases protections for Pennsylvania police by adding penalties for fleeing an officer on foot to evade arrest, according to Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie), who supported the bill. [Read More]
Bill Would Expand Access to Solar Power
Senator Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) and Senator Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) have introduced legislation that would expand access to solar power through a local voluntary program, while ensuring adequate ratepayer protection. [Read More]
Senate Approves Legislation Banning Deceptive “Spoofing” Phone Calls
In an effort to crack down on deceptive and nuisance telephone calls, the Senate today approved a bill banning the practice of caller ID “spoofing,” according to Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) who supported the bill. [Read More]
Senate Approves Bill to Boost Gifts to Charities
The Senate today approved legislation that will make it easier for charities and nonprofit organizations to receive large financial gifts to fulfill their missions, said Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49). [Read More]
Senate Passes Vehicle Emissions Testing Bill
The Pennsylvania Senate this week passed a bill updating decades-old vehicle emissions testing requirements, according to Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49), who supported the bill. [Read More]