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Open Letter on Blessed Sacrament School Closing
February 28, 2025

Open Letter on Blessed Sacrament School Closing

Recently, students and families at Blessed Sacrament School received heartbreaking news: this academic year will be its last. The Erie Catholic School System (ECSS) announced its closure, marking the end of more than 85 years of dedicated education in our community.  [Read More]

Laughlin Introduces Bipartisan Plan to Legalize Adult-Use Marijuana in Pennsylvania
February 25, 2025

Laughlin Introduces Bipartisan Plan to Legalize Adult-Use Marijuana in Pennsylvania

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sen. Sharif Street (D-3) today announced plans to reintroduce a bipartisan proposal to legalize adult-use marijuana in Pennsylvania, reflecting the strong support of two-thirds of Pennsylvanians across rural, suburban, and urban communities.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces More Than $1 Million in CFA Awards for Erie County Projects
February 24, 2025

Laughlin Announces More Than $1 Million in CFA Awards for Erie County Projects

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced today the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has approved more than $1 million in funding for key transportation and infrastructure projects across Erie County. The projects, aimed at improving public walkways, pedestrian safety and local roadways, were approved during the CFA’s Feb. 24 meeting.  [Read More]

Laughlin: Pennsylvanians Deserve a Cannabis Policy That Works
February 5, 2025

Laughlin: Pennsylvanians Deserve a Cannabis Policy That Works

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) released the following statement following the unveiling of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget plan, which included the legalization of recreational marijuana:  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces Funding for Key Community Projects in Erie County
January 28, 2025

Laughlin Announces Funding for Key Community Projects in Erie County

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced the approval of several significant projects in Erie County through the Act 13 Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.  [Read More]

Laughlin Announces Nearly $11 Million for Critical Water Infrastructure Projects in Erie County
January 23, 2025

Laughlin Announces Nearly $11 Million for Critical Water Infrastructure Projects in Erie County

Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced the approval of funding for two critical water infrastructure projects in Erie County.  [Read More]

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