July 13, 2023
Laughlin urges caution with marine sanctuary designation
I’ve always been a strong voice for the protection and responsible management of our natural resources. [Read More]
Author: Tiffany P
July 6, 2023
Laughlin, Street Introduce Bipartisan Approach to Marijuana Legalization in PA
HARRISBURG – Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sharif Street (D-3) have introduced bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 846, to legalize adult use of marijuana in Pennsylvania. “Legalized adult use of marijuana is supported by an overwhelming majority of Pennsylvanians and this legislation accomplishes that while also ensuring safety and social equity,” said Laughlin. “With neighboring states […] [Read More]
June 20, 2023
Public hearing on examining criminal justice statistics and trends in Pennsylvania
Senate Majority Policy Committee | Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 2:30 p.m. | Room 8E-B, East Wing [Read More]
May 31, 2023
Sen. Laughlin Introduces Minimum Wage Legislation
Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) has introduced legislation seeking to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania from $7.25 per hour to $15 per hour by 2026, beginning with $11 per hour on Jan. 1, 2024, and permanently index it to inflation thereafter. [Read More]
May 22, 2023
Statement by Sen. Dan Laughlin on the Passing of Paul Nelson
Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) issued the following statement upon learning of the passing of Paul Nelson: [Read More]
May 19, 2023
Laughlin, Street Introduce Bipartisan Approach to Marijuana Legalization in PA
Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sharif Street (D-3) announced they will introduce bipartisan legislation to legalize adult use of marijuana in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
May 10, 2023
Public hearing on addressing the rural workforce challenges – Population Decline, Labor and Housing Shortage
Senate Majority Policy Committee | Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | 1 p.m. | PA College of Technology, 1 College Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701 [Read More]
May 10, 2023
Committee Approves Laughlin Electric Scooter Legislation
Legislation seeking to ensure low-speed scooters are properly regulated within Pennsylvania’s vehicle code was reported to the full Senate out of the Senate Transportation Committee, according to Senate Bill 692’s prime sponsor, Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49). [Read More]
May 1, 2023
Public hearing on promoting housing affordability through land use reforms
Senate Majority Policy Committee | Wednesday, May 3, 2023 | 1:30 p.m. | Room 8E-B, East Wing [Read More]
April 28, 2023
Beckman Road Bridge to be Replaced Not Removed as Part of PennDOT’s I-90 Reconstruction Projects
Sen Dan Laughlin (R-49) and state Rep. Jacob Banta (R-4) announced the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's (PennDOT) has altered its plans for the Interstate 90 Sections 4 and 5 Reconstruction Project to now include the replacement, not the removal, of the bridge that carries Beckman Road over the interstate in Girard Township, Erie County. [Read More]