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November 22, 2019

Working for Quality Higher Education Opportunities in Erie

The community college effort that has been underway for the last two-and-a-half years has divided our community.   [Read More]

Senate Approves Bill to Improve Research, Treatment of Pediatric Cancer
November 19, 2019

Senate Approves Bill to Improve Research, Treatment of Pediatric Cancer

Pediatric cancer research hospitals could benefit from up to $100 million in new private donations under a bill approved by the Senate today, according to Senator Dan Laughlin, who supported the measure.  [Read More]

 
November 18, 2019

Sunday Hunting Bill Headed to Governor’s Desk for Enactment into Law

Legislation that would empower the Pennsylvania Game Commission to allow hunting on up to three Sundays each year received final legislative approval on Monday (November 18) and was sent to the Governor for enactment into law, according to Senators Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Jim Brewster (D-45). Listen  [Read More]

Erie County Recreation Projects Share $390,500 in State Grants
November 14, 2019

Erie County Recreation Projects Share $390,500 in State Grants

Recreation improvement projects for Erie County municipalities in the 49th Senatorial District were awarded $390,500 in Community Parks, Small Community and Partnership grants by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, according to Senator Dan Laughlin.  [Read More]

Lawrence Park Township Receives $363,800 State Grant
November 12, 2019

Lawrence Park Township Receives $363,800 State Grant

The Commonwealth Financing Authority today (November 12) awarded a $363,800 state Multimodal Transportation Fund grant to Lawrence Park Township, Erie County, according to Senator Dan Laughlin. Lawrence Park Township will use the funding to repair several inadequate and deteriorating roadways, including:  [Read More]

Millcreek Township Receives $2.5 Million State Grant
November 12, 2019

Millcreek Township Receives $2.5 Million State Grant

The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) today (November 12) awarded a $2.5 million state Multimodal Transportation Fund grant to Millcreek Township, Erie County, according to Senator Dan Laughlin and Representative Ryan Bizzarro.  [Read More]

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