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Laughlin Introduces Bill Aimed at Improving Medical Marijuana Program and Unregulated Product Oversight
July 1, 2025

Laughlin Introduces Bill Aimed at Improving Medical Marijuana Program and Unregulated Product Oversight

Sen. Dan Laughlin, (R-49) has introduced legislation with the goal of improving the oversight of Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program and the current unregulated products by establishing the Pennsylvania Cannabis Control Board.   [Read More]

Laughlin’s Unwavering Advocacy for Repealing Ban on Sunday Hunting Results in Bill Going to Governor’s Desk
June 30, 2025

Laughlin’s Unwavering Advocacy for Repealing Ban on Sunday Hunting Results in Bill Going to Governor’s Desk

As a longtime advocate of repealing the ban on Sunday hunting, Sen. Dan Laughlin, (R-49) is proud to announce that the General Assembly has approved legislation that would do just that, sending the measure to be signed into law.  [Read More]

Laughlin Applauds More Than $2 Million in Federal Investments to Strengthen Local Food Supply Chain
June 27, 2025

Laughlin Applauds More Than $2 Million in Federal Investments to Strengthen Local Food Supply Chain

ERIE – Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced that more than $2 million in federally funded grants will support farms and food producers in northwestern Pennsylvania as part of a statewide effort to build a stronger, more resilient food supply chain. The funding is part of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) grant program, a […]  [Read More]

E-news Updates – June 26, 2025
June 26, 2025

E-news Updates – June 26, 2025

In this Update: SB 109 Heads to the Governor’s Desk Supporting Regional Casinos and Local Jobs Sunday Hunting Legislation One Step Closer to the Finish Line Reviewing Priorities with the PA Association of Realtors Collaborating for a Stronger Region Lifesaving Bill to Eliminate Cost Barriers to Breast Cancer Diagnosis Approved by Senate Senate Targets PA […]  [Read More]

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Office of Senator Dan Laughlin

Harrisburg Office

Senate Box 203049
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3049
Telephone: (717) 787-8927
TTY: 800-364-1581
Text: (814) 900-4527

District Office

1314 Griswold Plaza
Suite 101
Erie, PA 16501
Telephone: (814) 453-2515
Text: (814) 900-4527

Meet Dan Laughlin

Sen. Dan Laughlin was elected to the Pennsylvania State Senate in 2016 to represent the 49th Senatorial District, which includes nearly all of Erie County. He was reelected in 2020 and 2024. Born in Erie and raised in the Erie Heights housing project, Sen. Laughlin is the son of a decorated World War II veteran. As a small business owner, Sen. Laughlin strongly supports policies that create jobs, limit government spending and ease the tax and regulatory burden on job-creators. An advocate for government reform, he is committed to making state government accessible and accountable to the people he serves.
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