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Senate approves bill safeguarding pets in domestic violence cases

The Senate has passed legislation aimed at protecting animals in domestic violence situations, according to Sen.

By Erie County Times | Nov 13, 2024

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Banta announces funding for Edinboro Lake Watershed conservation plan

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By Erie County Times | Nov 13, 2024

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Erie County receives $17.75 million in redevelopment assistance capital program grants

By Erie County Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Dan Laughlin has announced the allocation of $17.75 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to various projects in Erie County.

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Erie County receives nearly $7.7 million for community and school district projects

By Erie County Times | Oct 22, 2024

Senator Dan Laughlin has announced that nearly $7.7 million in funds have been awarded to various communities and school districts in Erie County. The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) allocated approximately $5.3 million from the Local Share Account (LSA) and an additional $2.4 million through the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program (PSFIG).

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Concord Township receives $300K grant for new plow truck

By Erie County Times | Oct 22, 2024

Rep. Jake Banta of Erie has announced a $300,000 grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to fund a new plow truck for Concord Township. The current vehicle is inadequate for its tasks, and the new truck will aid in snow and ice removal, as well as potentially assist with non-winter projects.

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Grant awarded to improve water quality in Trout Run Watershed

By Erie County Times | Oct 17, 2024

Senator Dan Laughlin has announced that the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy received a grant exceeding $169,000 to enhance water quality in the Trout Run Watershed located in Waterford Township, Erie County. The funding aims to benefit the watershed's wild trout populations and improve conditions in Lake Leboeuf and downstream areas of French Creek.

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Erie County receives over $1.4 million for broadband enhancement projects

By Erie County Times | Oct 10, 2024

The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has allocated over $1.4 million in grants to two projects in Erie County aimed at enhancing internet access. This announcement was made by Senator Dan Laughlin.

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Wesleyville receives $51,000 grant for IT system upgrades

By Erie County Times | Oct 8, 2024

The Borough of Wesleyville has been awarded a grant exceeding $51,000 from the Department of Community and Economic Development’s Strategic Management Planning Program. This funding is aimed at upgrading information technology systems in both borough offices and the police department.

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Albion receives grant for five-year financial management plan

By Erie County Times | Oct 8, 2024

The Borough of Albion has been awarded a $35,000 grant through the Department of Community and Economic Development’s Strategic Management Planning Program. The announcement was made by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).

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Pennsylvania leaders address inflation's impact at policy committee hearing

By Erie County Times | Oct 4, 2024

Today, a hearing was held in McKean Township by Rep. Jake Banta and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Rep. Josh Kail, to discuss the effects of inflation on Pennsylvania communities. This was the second hearing in a series focusing on how inflation impacts local businesses and households.

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Senate to discuss orphan and abandoned well plugging in Pennsylvania

By Erie County Times | Sep 11, 2024

The Senate Majority Policy Committee will hold a public hearing on orphan and abandoned well plugging in Pennsylvania on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 9 a.m. The event will take place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, located at 1000 Ft. Duquesne Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

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Erie County Community College receives $410,000 grant for window replacements

By Erie County Times | Aug 29, 2024

Erie County Community College has been awarded a $410,000 state grant for the replacement of windows across its campus, according to an announcement by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49).

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Rep. Jake Banta to host Senior Expo in Corry

By Erie County Times | Aug 19, 2024

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jake Banta (R-Erie) invites local seniors to attend his upcoming Senior Expo on Friday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to noon at Corry Community Center, 15 S. 1st Ave, Corry, PA 16047.

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Erie County receives grant for Route 20 traffic signal upgrade

By Erie County Times | Jul 31, 2024

HARRISBURG – Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced that Erie County has received funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s “Green Light-Go” program.

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Rep. Jake Banta announces event for damaged license plates in Edinboro

By Erie County Times | Jul 19, 2024

After hosting several successful Hard-to-Read License Plate events, Rep. Jake Banta (R-Erie) is collaborating with the Edinboro Police Department and the Pennsylvania State Police to assist constituents with illegible license plates.

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Legislation proposed for reintroduction of historic Flagship Niagara license plate

By Erie County Times | Jul 19, 2024

State Sens. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) will soon introduce legislation to reintroduce the Flagship Niagara license plate in Pennsylvania.

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Erie officials to discuss CRIZ designation in upcoming news conference

By Erie County Times | Jul 12, 2024

A news conference is scheduled for Monday, July 15 at 9 a.m. in Erie’s Perry Square to discuss the City of Erie’s City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) designation, which was included in the recently completed 2024-25 state budget.

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Rep. Jake Banta criticizes House Democrats over delayed PA budget approval

By Erie County Times | Jul 11, 2024

Rep. Jake Banta (R-Erie) issued a statement following the House passage of a General Appropriations bill for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

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Legislation addressing squatter issues heads to governor

By Erie County Times | Jul 9, 2024

Sen. Dan Laughlin’s legislation, which aims to codify Pennsylvania case law to provide greater certainty for homeowners, landlords, and law enforcement dealing with squatters, is now headed to the governor.