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December 8, 2021
Governor Tom Wolf today announced that the federal government has granted his request for a one-month extension for individuals in the eight counties eligible for Individual Assistance to apply for federal aid. Survivors of the remnants of Hurricane Ida in the following counties have until Jan. 10
December 7, 2021
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take important actions this month to help them file their federal tax returns in 2022, including special steps related to Economic Impact Payments and advance Child Tax Credit payments. This is the second in a series of reminders to help
December 1, 2021
Max W. Laun, Esq., has been named the Interim Executive Director of Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. (PLAN, Inc.). PLAN, Inc. provides funding that supports free civil legal services to Pennsylvanians through a coordinated system of nonprofit legal aid organizations. Laun will fill the position
December 1, 2021
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) released an interactive brief today exploring variations in the speed and cost of eviction in the U.S. and the implications these trends have for tenants. The brief examines the timelines and costs of eviction for nonpayment of rent – the most common reason
November 30, 2021
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services today reminded Pennsylvanians that help is available for those who need it during the winter months and year-round, including resources to help pay rent and utility bills, provide food for their families, or get health coverage or help for mental health and
November 29, 2021
Kicking off a special week, the Internal Revenue Service and the Security Summit partners today warned taxpayers and tax professionals to beware of a dangerous combination of events that can increase their exposure to tax scams or identity theft. The combination of the holiday shopping season, the
November 29, 2021
Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. Excellence Awards and the Samuel W. Milkes Outstanding Leadership Award.
November 23, 2021
The Internal Revenue Service this week launched a new Spanish-language version of the Child Tax Credit Update Portal (CTC-UP). This tool is designed to help families quickly and easily make changes to the monthly Child Tax Credit payments they are receiving from the IRS. Families who are already

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