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Programs Available to Help Victims of Abuse During COVID-19 Response
April 1, 2020

Programs Available to Help Victims of Abuse During COVID-19 Response

Senator Dan Laughlin is reminding community residents that services are still available to protect victims of child abuse, domestic violence and other crimes against vulnerable populations during the state’s response to COVID-19.  [Read More]

Senator Laughlin Supports Waivers to Reopen PA’s Construction Industry
March 31, 2020

Senator Laughlin Supports Waivers to Reopen PA’s Construction Industry

Citing the sweeping economic impact of the Governor’s COVID-19 business closure order, Senator Dan Laughlin is backing legislation that would allow construction activities to resume if appropriate mitigation measures are taken to prevent exposure to the virus.  [Read More]

PA Schools Will Remain Closed Indefinitely Due to COVID-19 Concerns
March 30, 2020

PA Schools Will Remain Closed Indefinitely Due to COVID-19 Concerns

The Department of Education announced today that all schools in Pennsylvania will remain closed indefinitely in order to limit the spread of COVID-19, according to Senator Dan Laughlin.  [Read More]

Senate Approves COVID-19 Response Measures
March 25, 2020

Senate Approves COVID-19 Response Measures

The Senate convened remotely today to pass several bills to keep Pennsylvania moving forward during the COVID-19 coronavirus public health emergency, according to Senator Dan Laughlin.  [Read More]

Senate Plans to Meet in Remote Session Wednesday  to Consider COVID-19 Relief Measures
March 24, 2020

Senate Plans to Meet in Remote Session Wednesday to Consider COVID-19 Relief Measures

The Senate plans to convene on at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, to consider a number of measures designed to offer relief to Pennsylvanians affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus, according to Senator Dan Laughlin.  [Read More]

Statewide Schools Closure Extended Through at Least April 6
March 23, 2020

Statewide Schools Closure Extended Through at Least April 6

The Department of Education (PDE) announced today all schools in the commonwealth will remain closed through at least April 6 as a result of the COVID-19 response efforts, according to Senator Dan Laughlin.  [Read More]

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