State Awards $455,000 for Program to Assist At-Risk Individuals
The state Department of Education recently awarded a $455,000 state grant to the Greater Erie Community Action Committee for the Erie County Reentry Services and Support Alliance (ECRSSA), according to Senator Dan Laughlin, a strong advocate for the funding. [Read More]
Senate Approves Measures to Improve COVID-19 Mitigation Process
The Senate approved two bills today that would create a better process for determining which businesses can operate during the COVID-19 pandemic and give county leaders a stronger say in determining the best mitigation measures for their citizens, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]
COVID-19 Resource Guide for Senior Citizens Now Online
An online COVID-19 resource guide to help older adults easily find useful information related to their health, safety and well-being is now available, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]
Information and Resources Available on Unemployment Comp Benefits
As more than 1.2 million Pennsylvanians file Unemployment Compensation claims during the COVID-19 public health emergency, Senator Dan Laughlin is working to ensure information and resources are available to help community residents who have been affected by this crisis. [Read More]
PENNVEST Approves $450M Program for Hospitals Impacted by COVID-19
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) today approved a $450 million emergency loan program to assist financially distressed hospitals as they work to address the COVID-19 outbreak, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]
State Warns of COVID-19 Stimulus Check Scams
The state Departments of Revenue and Banking and Securities are warning Pennsylvanians about phishing scams targeting people who are expecting a stimulus payment from the federal government following the outbreak of COVID-19, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. [Read More]