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Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair
Senator
Dan Laughlin
Serving Erie County
Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair
Four Laughlin Bills Advance from Senate Committees
September 30, 2026

Four Laughlin Bills Advance from Senate Committees

Four bills sponsored by Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) advanced from Senate committees today, addressing animal cruelty, support for community clubs, private property rights and fishing regulations.  [Read More]

Laughlin’s Aimee’s Law Advances from Senate Judiciary Committee
September 30, 2026

Laughlin’s Aimee’s Law Advances from Senate Judiciary Committee

Legislation sponsored by Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) to establish a statewide animal abuser registry advanced from the Senate Judiciary Committee today. Senate Bill 1311, known as Aimee’s Law, now heads to the full Senate for consideration.  [Read More]

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September 24, 2026

Meeting to consider SB 1035

Senate Law and Justice Committee | Room 8E-B, East Wing   [Read More]

Laughlin Announces over $500,000 for Summit Township Traffic Signal Improvements
August 4, 2026

Laughlin Announces over $500,000 for Summit Township Traffic Signal Improvements

Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced today that Summit Township will receive $533,988 through PennDOT’s Green Light-Go Program to upgrade traffic signals and improve safety and mobility for residents, commuters, and businesses throughout the community.  [Read More]

Senators Hail Court Ruling as Victory for PA Property Owners
July 22, 2026

Senators Hail Court Ruling as Victory for PA Property Owners

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41), Senate Game & Fisheries Committee Chairman Greg Rothman (R-34) and Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) issued the following statement regarding the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision on Tuesday in favor of the Punxsutawney Hunting Club and the Pitch Pine Hunting Club:  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces $2.64 Million PENNVEST Investment  for Waterford Drinking Water Project
July 15, 2026

Laughlin Announces $2.64 Million PENNVEST Investment for Waterford Drinking Water Project

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved $2.641 million for a drinking water infrastructure project benefiting the Municipal Authority of the Borough of Waterford.  [Read More]

Laughlin, Mullins, Cutler Applaud ALS, Neurodegenerative Disease Investments Included in 2026-27 Budget
July 13, 2026

Laughlin, Mullins, Cutler Applaud ALS, Neurodegenerative Disease Investments Included in 2026-27 Budget

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49), Rep. Kyle Mullins (D-112) and Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-100) today highlighted the inclusion of continued funding for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) support services and neurodegenerative disease research in Pennsylvania's recently enacted $50.8 billion 2026-27 state budget.  [Read More]

Laughlin: New State Budget Benefits Erie County
July 12, 2026

Laughlin: New State Budget Benefits Erie County

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) supported a responsible state budget today that stands up for taxpayers, doesn’t raise taxes on Pennsylvania families, supports affordability and job growth, and greatly benefits the residents of Erie County.  [Read More]

Laughlin: Senate Bill 49 Fails to Advance in the Senate, Leaves Kids at Risk with Dangerous Hemp Products
June 10, 2026

Laughlin: Senate Bill 49 Fails to Advance in the Senate, Leaves Kids at Risk with Dangerous Hemp Products

The Senate today failed to advance Senate Bill 49, legislation sponsored by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) to protect children and consumers from unregulated intoxicating hemp products and establish a dedicated Cannabis Control Board to oversee the commonwealth’s medical marijuana program.  [Read More]

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June 10, 2026

News Conference – Senate Bill 49 (Cannabis Control Board)

Sen. Laughlin | SB 49 News Conference   [Read More]

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