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PA HB816
Bill
Status
3/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Freeman
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending Article VIII, Section 2(b) of the Pennsylvania Constitution to add a new clause (vii) authorizing property tax relief based on household income
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Would allow the General Assembly to establish standards and qualifications to exempt homeowners from paying the portion of real property taxes that exceeds a percentage threshold of their household income
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Applies only to homestead properties and taxes levied by local taxing authorities
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Requires passage by the General Assembly in two consecutive sessions, followed by voter approval at a general or municipal election, as mandated by Article XI of the Pennsylvania Constitution
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Referred to the House Committee on Local Government on March 5, 2025
Legislative Description
A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
3/5/2025