HB816

A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.

Introduced·3/5/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB816 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to allow the General Assembly to exempt certain taxpayers from real property tax.

Pennsylvania HB816 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to allow the General Assembly to exempt certain taxpayers from real property tax on their homestead. The amendment would add a clause to section 2(b) of Article VIII, enabling the establishment of standards and qualifications for such exemptions. The amendment requires two consecutive General Assembly approvals and subsequent submission to voters. If approved, the Secretary of the Commonwealth would handle the advertising and voter submission process.

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Where it stands

Current
Local Government Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 5, 2025

House

Referred to Local Government