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HARRISBURG, PA — In a rare display of bipartisan unity, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has unanimously passed legislation aimed at encouraging employers to contribute to their employees’ education savings. …
Pennsylvania House Unanimously Passes Bill to Boost Education Savings Through Employer Contributions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is sounding an alarm for taxpayers: If you received advance payments of the premium tax credit (APTC) and fail to reconcile it …
IRS Issues Reminder: Electronically Filed Tax Returns Rejected without Form 8962 Read More
READING, PA — The Reformation Lutheran Church in Exeter Township, Berks County, has proudly installed a rooftop solar panel system. The move, which is part of a growing trend among …
Berks County Church Embraces Solar Energy, Backed by Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced this week that the Pennsylvania Agricultural Business Development Center is now accepting applications for its Farm Vitality Planning Grants. With a fund …
Pennsylvania Farm Vitality Planning Grants: A Golden Opportunity for Farmers to Thrive Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) and seven colleagues have urged the Biden Administration to expand the scope of tax credits provided in the Inflation Reduction Act.
U.S. Senators Ask for Expansion of Clean Energy Tax Credits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has made significant updates to its frequently asked questions (FAQs) concerning the Premium Tax Credit. The revisions, which supersede earlier FAQs posted …
IRS Updates FAQs on Premium Tax Credit, Adds New Sections Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a bid to encourage more businesses to provide child care services for their employees, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has launched a new page on its …
IRS Unveils New Resource on Employer-Provided Childcare Tax Credit Read More
EXTON, PA — As inflation and the rising cost of living continue to strain the budgets of individuals and families in Chester County, United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) …
United Way of Chester County Launches Free Tax Assistance Program Amid Economic Struggles Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Pennsylvania’s Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) cast her vote this week in support of the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. The legislation, which passed 357-70 …
Rep. Houlahan Votes in Favor of Bipartisan Tax Relief Act, Eyeing Major Wins for Pennsylvania Families and Businesses Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US House of Representatives this week passed a bipartisan package expanding the child tax credit. The news has been warmly welcomed by U.S. Senator Bob Casey …
Bipartisan Boost: House Passes Package Expanding Child Tax Credit, Senator Casey Optimistic Read More