Local Government News
Senate Approves Pennycuick Providing Military Benefits to Korean Americans Who Served in Vietnam
The Pennsylvania Senate has unanimously approved legislation that would grant Korean Americans who served in the Vietnam War with the Korean Armed Forces the same state veterans benefits as their U.S. counterparts. Sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), the bill aims to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of Korean American veterans.Sen. Tracy Pennycuick emphasized the importance of the legislation, stating, “Members of the Korean Armed Forces fought with tremendous valor and honor alongside U.S. forces, and now hundreds of them call Pennsylvania home. They...
Pennycuick Offers Local Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance in May
Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) is holding special hours in May to provide assistance to residents applying for the state Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. The program is open to residents age 65 or older, widows and widowers age 50 or older, or anyone age 18 and older who is 100% disabled, with a household income of $45,000 or less, counting only half of Social Security."We helped many residents apply for rebates in April, and I encourage folks to make an appointment for assistance this month," Pennycuick said. "Income limits and refund amounts have been increased, so...