West Chester, Pa (Enero 18, 2024) – Applications are now available for the expanded Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program, which will provide more relief to more seniors and people with disabilities this year, said state Senator Carolyn Comitta.
Under the expansion, nearly 175,000 more residents will now qualify for a rebate and many of those who already qualified will see their rebates increase.
“The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program serves as a lifeline for so many Pennsylvanians and starting today more of our neighbors will be able to benefit from this great program,” said state Senator Carolyn Comitta who serves as a member of the Senate’s Aging and Youth Committee. “I am thrilled that we were able to expand the program. This year we expect to see many first-time applicants, and I encourage all eligible residents to apply.”
Starting this year, the maximum rebate was expanded from $650 to $1000, thanks to landmark legislation supported by Senator Comitta and signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro.
The expansion, which represents the largest targeted tax cut for Pennsylvania seniors in nearly two decades, also increases the income cap and ties it with the rate of inflation to ensure that no resident loses eligibility due to a cost-of-living increase:
- For homeowners: the income cap increases from $35,000 to $45,000.
- For renters: the income cap increases from $15,000 to $45,000.
The Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program benefits seniors age 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older, and individuals with disabilities age 18 and older. Applicants can exclude half of their Social Security income.
Interested applicants can apply online at mypath.pa.gov or by completing the PA-1000 paper application. Applicants must submit copies of income statements from 2023 and paid receipts of property taxes from the year 2023 (local, school, county) or a Rent Certificate completed by a landlord.
Free assistance with completing the application is available by appointment through Senator Comitta’s district office at 17. E Gay Steet in downtown West Chester. To schedule an appointment, contact Senator Comitta’s office or call 610-692-2112.
Assistance is also available at one of Senator Comitta’s satellite office hours in Coatesville, Downingtown, Easttown, and Oxford. Please contact Senator Comitta’s office to make an appointment. For dates and times visit: www.pasenatorcomitta.com/outreach.
The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is one of five programs supported by the Pennsylvania Lottery. Since the program’s inception in 1972, over $8 billion in relief has been distributed to Pennsylvania residents.
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