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HB 1287

An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for special tax provisions for poverty.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 21 co-sponsors

HB 1287 amends Pennsylvania's tax code to modify poverty-related personal income tax provisions, affecting low-income tax relief and state revenue allocation.

Referred to Finance
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Bill Summary · HB 1287

Legislative bill overview

HB 1287 modifies Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to adjust special tax provisions related to poverty in the personal income tax system. The bill's specific amendments are not detailed in the available information, but it targets how the state's tax code treats low-income individuals or poverty-related tax exemptions and deductions.

Why is this important

Personal income tax provisions for low-income residents directly affect household budgets and economic mobility for vulnerable populations. Changes to poverty-related tax provisions can either expand tax relief for struggling families or reduce it, with measurable effects on disposable income and access to basic needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and income thresholds: Disagreement over what income levels qualify as "poverty" and whether adjustments keep pace with inflation and cost-of-living increases
  • Revenue impact: Concerns about state budget implications—expanding provisions reduces tax revenue while restricting them may disproportionately burden low-income households
  • Clarity on amendments: The bill's exact changes to current law are unclear from available information, making it difficult to assess whether modifications represent meaningful relief or symbolic gestures

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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