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PA HB531
Bill
Status
2/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tarah Probst
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Older Adult Cable TV Rebate Program within the Department of Community and Economic Development to reimburse eligible seniors for basic tier cable television service costs
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Eligibility limited to Pennsylvania residents age 65 or older with household income not exceeding 150% of the Federal poverty guidelines, who subscribe to basic cable that is the only cable TV service available in their municipality
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Rebate amounts capped at $300 annually per eligible recipient
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Department must render application decisions within 30 days of receiving and verifying documentation
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False statements or misrepresentations on applications subject to repayment of rebate amounts plus a penalty not to exceed $100
Legislative Description
Establishing the Older Adult Cable TV Rebate Program, conferring powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development and providing for cable television service reimbursement rebates for eligible older adults.
Last Action
Referred to Aging & Older Adult Services
2/10/2025