West Chester, Pa (Diciembre 12, 2023) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta reminded seniors and people with disabilities that the deadline to apply for the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate program is Diciembre 31st, 2023.
“The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program helps put more money in the pockets of thousands of Chester County residents,” Comitta said. “As part of your holiday checklist, please be sure to apply for and take advantage of this great program.”
The rebate program, benefits seniors aged 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older, and individuals with disabilities age 18 and older with a rebate of up to $650 on property taxes or rent paid in the year 2022.
The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded.
Interested applicants can apply online at mypath.pa.gov or by completing the PA-1000 paper application.
The application is free. To apply, residents must provide proof of income (W2, 1099 form, Social Security Statements), age, disability (if applicable), and the receipt for taxes paid taxes paid (for homeowners) or rent paid (for renters).
Assistance with completing the application is available by appointment through Senator Comitta’s district office at 17 E. Gay Street in downtown West Chester. To schedule an appointment, contact Senator Comitta’s office or call 610-692-2112.
Supported through the Pennsylvania Lottery, the Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program has provided more than $7.3 billion in property tax and rent relief to seniors and disabled adults since its inception in 1971.
Earlier this year, Comitta voted for a new law that increases the maximum rebate and increases the income limit from the program. Act 7 of 2023, the first permanent expansion of the program in more than 15 years, takes effect in 2024.
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