Press Releases

In Luzerne County, Governor Shapiro Focuses on Work to Cut Costs for Pennsylvanians Through Expanded Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program 

The expanded child and dependent care tax credit will put more money back into the pockets of nearly 210,000 working Pennsylvania families, while nearly 175,000 more Pennsylvanians will qualify for the PTRR program.  In Luzerne County, more than 5,000 families will now receive a higher state childcare tax credit and more than 6,000 Pennsylvanians are […]

Gobernador Shapiro: Los Reembolsos de Impuestos Sobre Bienes Inmuebles/Alquiler Ahora Están Disponibles Para Residentes Mayores de Pennsylvania y Personas con Discapacidades Elegibles

La expansión del programa de Reembolso de Impuestos Sobre Bienes Inmuebles/Alquiler por parte del Gobernador Shapiro generó el mayor recorte de impuestos dirigido a las personas mayores en casi dos décadas, extendiendo ayuda a casi 175,000 residentes más de Pennsylvania y aumentando el reembolso máximo de $650 a $1000. El Gobernador Shapiro continúa cumpliendo su […]

Governor Shapiro: Property Tax/Rent Rebates Now Available for Eligible Older Pennsylvanians, People with Disabilities

Governor Shapiro’s expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program delivered the largest targeted tax cut for seniors in nearly two decades, expanding access to nearly 175,000 more Pennsylvanians and increasing maximum rebate from $650 to $1000. Governor Shapiro continues to deliver on his promise to cut costs and deliver real relief for Pennsylvanians. Bethlehem, PA […]

Statement from Governor Josh Shapiro on the Basic Education Funding Commission’s Report

Harrisburg, PA – Today, following the report and recommendations released by the Basic Education Funding Commission, Governor Josh Shapiro released the following statement: “Last year, Commonwealth Court directed my Administration, legislative leaders, and education advocates to work together to ensure every child in Pennsylvania receives an adequate and equitable education. The report adopted today by […]