Harrisburg, Pa (January 16, 2026) — Eligible seniors and adults with disabilities can now apply for a rebate of up to $1000 on property taxes or rent paid last year by applying for the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today.
“The Property Tax Rent Rebate program is an important program to help put more money back in the pockets of our older neighbors and friends with disabilities,” said Comitta, who serves on the Senate Aging and Youth Committee. “If you or someone you know may qualify for the program, I encourage you to apply, and please reach out to my office if you have any questions about the application process. My team and I are ready to help.”
The program, funded by the Pennsylvania Lottery, provides seniors 65 and older, widows/widowers 50 and older, and adults 18 and older with disabilities with a rebate on their property tax or rent paid in 2025.
In addition to age requirements, an applicant’s household income must be $48,110 or less annually. Half of Social Security income is excluded when determining income.
Applications for the program are open from now until June 30th, 2026.
Thanks to Act 7 of 2023, which Comitta supported and voted for, the program’s income limit is now automatically increased to adjust for the cost of living so that no one loses eligibility due to the annual increase in Social Security payments.
Interested applicants can apply online at PA.gov/PTRR or by completing the PA-1000 paper application. Property owners must submit copies of stamped, paid property tax receipts for 2025, and renters must submit a completed PA Rent Certificate completed by a landlord or property manager, along with the application.
Application assistance is available by appointment at Senator Comitta’s district office in West Chester or one of eight satellite outreach office locations throughout Chester County. To schedule an appointment, call Senator Comitta’s office at (610) 692-2112 or go to pasenatorcomitta.com/contact.