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Laughlin Sworn in for Third PA Senate Term
January 7, 2025

Laughlin Sworn in for Third PA Senate Term

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) was officially sworn in today for his third term in the Pennsylvania State Senate. Laughlin continues to represent the 49th Senatorial District, encompassing most of Erie County. The swearing-in ceremony officially starts the Pennsylvania General Assembly’s 2025-26 legislative session.  [Read More]

New Legislative Session, New Possibilities in the PA Capitol
January 7, 2025

New Legislative Session, New Possibilities in the PA Capitol

Happy New Year! With the new year comes a new two-year legislative session and new possibilities for the Pennsylvania Senate, as well as the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.  [Read More]

Erie CRIZ Application Approved
December 30, 2024

Erie CRIZ Application Approved

After nearly eight years of advocacy and working toward the goal, Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) is proud to announce Erie’s application for Pennsylvania’s City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) program has been approved.  [Read More]

Gannon University Receives $40,000 to Combat Campus Sexual Assault
December 13, 2024

Gannon University Receives $40,000 to Combat Campus Sexual Assault

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced Gannon University has received a $40,000 It’s On Us PA grant to help combat sexual assault on campus.  [Read More]

Laughlin, Dush to Introduce Safe Harbor Legislation for Sexually Exploited Children
December 6, 2024

Laughlin, Dush to Introduce Safe Harbor Legislation for Sexually Exploited Children

Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Cris Dush (R-25) today announced they will soon reintroduce legislation to update existing “safe harbor laws” to address the gaps in current statute regarding the protection and support of minors who have been victims of sexual exploitation.  [Read More]

Laughlin to Reintroduce Bill to End Sunday Hunting Prohibition
December 4, 2024

Laughlin to Reintroduce Bill to End Sunday Hunting Prohibition

State Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) will soon reintroduce legislation to remove the prohibition on hunting on Sundays.  [Read More]

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