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PA HB816

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Freeman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • Applies only to homestead properties and taxes levied by local taxing authorities

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Local Government3/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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