HARRISBURG, Pa. (WJET) — Dozens of bills were passed over the course of the year, but now we’re looking to highlight some of the key pieces of legislation that may impact you and your loved ones.
Bills of all kinds were passed by the Pennsylvania General Assembly over the past year.
The impact of those decisions in Harrisburg will likely be seen and felt in Erie, one of those being increased funding to public schools.
“Hopefully it helps keep tow the line on property tax increases. By getting extra funds from the state, that means we have to rely less on property owners,” said Bob Merski, PA State Representative for District 2.
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Legislators were also hoping to reel in costs, already helping members of our older population.
“Senior citizens who are eligible are going to receive more money back on their property tax and rent rebates,” said Ryan Bizzarro, PA State Representative for District 3. “We were able to expand the pool of money available and expand the number of people who can now go into that program.”