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HB 820

An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions; and providing for working Pennsylvanians tax credit.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Brennan and 28 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania establishes a new tax credit for working residents while modifying tax benefit administration rules, potentially expanding income support for lower-wage workers at state budgetary cost.

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Bill Summary · HB 820

Legislative bill overview

HB 820 amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code of 1971 to establish a new "working Pennsylvanians tax credit" and revises definitions related to tax credit and benefit administration. The bill has progressed through multiple legislative readings and committee reviews, indicating substantive deliberation on its implementation mechanisms.

Why is this important

Tax credits targeting working-class Pennsylvanians directly affect household finances and state revenue allocation. The structure and eligibility requirements of such credits shape both the cost to the state budget and which workers benefit, making this relevant to ongoing debates about income support policy and tax progressivity.

Potential points of contention

  • Eligibility and income thresholds: The specific income limits and work requirements for the credit will determine how broadly or narrowly it applies, potentially favoring full-time over part-time workers or certain industries
  • Fiscal impact and funding: The bill's cost to Pennsylvania's budget and whether revenue offsets are included remain unclear from the summary; this affects competing budget priorities
  • Definition changes: Amendments to tax credit definitions could have cascading effects on other existing tax benefits beyond this new credit, requiring careful analysis of unintended consequences

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

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