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HB177

Providing for the creation of keystone opportunity dairy zones to facilitate the economic development of Pennsylvania's dairy industry; authorizing expenditures; providing for tax exemptions, tax deductions, tax abatements and tax credits; creating additional obligations of the Commonwealth and local governmental units; prescribing powers and duties of certain State and local departments, agencies and officials; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·3/10/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB177 creates Keystone Opportunity Dairy Zones to boost the dairy industry through tax exemptions and credits.

Pennsylvania HB177 establishes Keystone Opportunity Dairy Zones to facilitate economic development in the dairy industry. The bill authorizes the Department of Community and Economic Development to designate up to 30 zones, with specific criteria for Class A and Class B zones. Qualified businesses and individuals in these zones can claim tax exemptions, deductions, abatements, and credits. The bill outlines residency requirements, application processes, and compliance criteria, including penalties for noncompliance.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 10, 2025

House

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs