HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro announced that over 100,000 first-time filers have submitted applications for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program this year. This achievement follows the bipartisan expansion of the PTRR program last year, marking the first significant update in nearly two decades. The program aims to provide essential relief to older Pennsylvanians and residents with disabilities.
As of August 7, 2024, the Department of Revenue has received over 515,000 rebate applications, reflecting a 22 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Impressively, nearly 94 percent of these applications have already been approved for payment.
Governor Shapiro highlighted the program’s impact, stating, “After hearing from seniors across the Commonwealth that they were struggling with rising costs, we took action in my first year in office to expand the Property Tax Rent Rebate program to ensure that it continues to serve as a lifeline for older Pennsylvanians. We are now seeing the impact of that important work — more than 100,000 Pennsylvanians who missed out on this benefit in the past have submitted their rebate applications this year.”
He also urged eligible residents who have not yet applied to check their eligibility and submit their applications before the December 31 deadline.
Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne also commented on the program’s success, saying, “Our agency has administered the PTRR program for more than 50 years, so we know firsthand how important these rebates are to older Pennsylvanians and residents with disabilities. We are thrilled to see that Governor Shapiro’s work to expand the program is making a significant difference and opening the door to so many new applicants.”
The Department of Revenue’s employees have been working diligently to provide customer support and ensure the program’s success. They remain committed to assisting as many eligible Pennsylvanians as possible throughout the year.
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