Bill Would Shine a Spotlight on Rx Costs
According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, Americans spend $450 billion annually on prescription drugs. That staggering number accounts for 10 percent of all health spending in the United States. [Read More]
Erie Receives $379,251 in Keystone Community Grants
The City of Erie and the Erie Redevelopment Authority were awarded Keystone Communities Program grants totaling $379,251 by the state Department of Community & Economic Development, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]
Erie Water Authority Awarded $6.5M PENNVEST Grant
The Erie City Water Authority was awarded a $6.5 million grant by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) today (July 21), according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]
Senator Laughlin Calls for Investigation Into Wolf Administration’s Unemployment Compensation Error Cover Up
State Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today called for an investigation into the Wolf administration’s attempt to cover up sweeping overcharges levied against unemployed Pennsylvanians from whom it was attempting to recoup erroneous payments. [Read More]
2021-22 State Budget – An Exercise in Fiscal Responsibility
This year’s budget process, which ended with passage of Senate Bill 255 on Friday, June 25, was quite different from the usual and traditional actions that accompany the finalization of the state spending plan. [Read More]
Senate Passes FY 2021-22 State Budget
The Senate approved a $40.8 billion General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 that supports Pennsylvania’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, while providing a financial safety net for the future, according to Senator Dan Laughlin, who voted for measure. Senate Bill 255 now goes to the governor’s desk for enactment into law. [Read More]