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September 3, 2024
With the peak of hurricane season arriving and an elevated wildfire risk across much of the West, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers to develop an emergency preparedness plan or, if they already have one, to update it for 2024. September is National Preparedness Month. Taxpayers can
August 30, 2024
The Pennsylvania Health Law Project has published the August 2024 edition of PHLP Health Law News. You can subscribe to receive the PHLP Health Law News on the PHLP website at www.phlp.org. This edition features the following articles: DHS Announces Community HealthChoices Plan Selections DHS
August 29, 2024
The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) today announced that the Shapiro Administration has continued on its work to eliminate barriers to Pennsylvania's Unemployment Compensation (UC) system via a network of community-based organizations that received money from the Commonwealth to eliminate those
August 27, 2024
Today, the Social Security Administration announced a large step in a multi-year effort to simplify processes for people who are applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) by starting to offer an online, streamlined application for some applicants starting in December. SSI provides monthly
August 27, 2024
Three law schools in Pennsylvania are now offering free legal assistance on state tax issues to qualifying taxpayers after receiving a combined total of $150,000 in funding from the Department of Revenue, Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne announced today. The funding bolsters the operations of the Low
August 22, 2024
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a $50,000 settlement with Butler County-based landlord A.R. Building Company, Inc. regarding its alleged unlawful billing, leasing, and debt collection practices. The settlement resolves the Office of Attorney General’s November 2023 lawsuit against A.R
August 19, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers that summer day camp expenses may count towards the Child and Dependent Care tax credit. Many working parents arrange for care of their younger children under age 13 during the summer. A popular solution is a day camp program, which can sometimes
August 19, 2024
Attorney General Michelle Henry issued a consumer alert warning Pennsylvanians to be aware of home repair or improvement scams as hurricanes begin to impact Pennsylvania. Attorney General Henry is also advising homeowners to do their homework and know their rights before committing to contracts or

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