The deadline for senior citizens and people with disabilities for rebates on rent and property taxes paid in 2024 has been extended to Dec. 31, state Rep. Rich Irvin (R-Franklin/Huntingdon) reminded residents.
Income limits for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program increased this year to $46,520 for both homeowners and renters. If you were earning too much to qualify before, you may be eligible now. Remember to exclude 50 percent of Social Security when determining income. The law Irvin supported to expand the program also increased the maximum rebate to $1,000.
The program is open to residents age 65 years and older, widows and widowers 50 years and older and people with disabilities 18 years and older.
Readers need not pay anyone to assist with the application. Simply apply online at mypath.pa.gov, or contact my office for help. Additional information about the program is available here.
Rebates will be distributed beginning July 1, as required by law.
