Legislation

Grandparents Caring for Grandkids Full-Time Get Up to $3800 Annual Tax Relief Under New City Plan

Philadelphia Grandparents Caring for Grandkids Full-Time Eligible for Up to $3,800 Annual Tax Relief. A new city plan provides a tax credit to grandparents who care for their grandchildren as primary caretakers under certain terms.

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Grandparents Caring for Kids in Philadelphia Get New Tax Break Under City Council Proposal

City Council proposes "Working Grandparent Tax Credit" to provide financial relief to grandparents caring for their grandchildren under Philadelphia's Wage and Net Profits Tax law. The credit would be added as a new definition in the tax code.

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Philadelphia Parents Get Reprieve on Tax Bills with New Credit for Working Caregivers

Working parents with children in Philadelphia may be eligible for up to $3,800 per year in tax credits towards childcare expenses. The credit requires parents to apply through the Department of Revenue and use it solely for childcare costs.

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City Council Moves to Launch Working Parent Tax Credit for Local Families with Young Children

Philadelphia residents who work and have young children may soon qualify for a new tax credit, as the City Council takes steps to launch the Working Parent Tax Credit program. The credit is part of the city's Wage and Net Profits Tax Code revisions.

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Licensed Contractors Required in All City Construction Projects Starting Immediately Today

Philadelphia's construction industry is being overhauled as new rules take effect immediately, mandating that all city construction projects be done by licensed contractors. Businesses must also accurately report wage taxes, prohibiting the misclassification of employees as independent contractors.

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City Council Proposes Loosening Grip on Business Tax Burden with Extended Net Operating Loss Carryover

Small businesses in Philadelphia could soon breathe easier under new proposals that would give them more time to recover from financial setbacks, potentially saving thousands of dollars in back taxes owed to the city.

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Council proposed doubling of traffic fine in Philadelphia from $10 to $300.

Philadelphia's traffic fines are about to get a lot steeper, jumping from $10 to $300 for violating city traffic regulations, according to a new law passed by City Council. The increased penalties aim to curb speeding and red light running in the city.

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New Businesses Exempted From Estimated Payments Under New City Tax Law Rewrite

Small business owners are breathing a sigh of relief as a proposed change to the city's Business Privilege Tax law could save startups thousands in upfront costs, allowing them to focus on growth instead of cash flow management.

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City Council Moves Forward with Tough New Laws Targeting Rogue Squatters in Philly Neighborhoods Today

City Council votes to pass tough new laws targeting rogue squatters in Philly neighborhoods, establishing procedures for investigation and removal. The measure aims to regulate "criminal squatting" on residential properties.

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Smoking Prohibited at Enclosed Bus Stops in Philadelphia Under New City Law

Philadelphia City Council Votes to Increase Minimum Wage for Service Industry Workers to $15/Hour by 2026 Affects over 70,000 workers who rely on tips for their income.

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Philadelphia Police Radio Broadcast Rules Undergo Major Overhaul Amid Calls for Modernization

Police officers and firefighters could soon receive more timely emergency updates under a proposed overhaul of city rules governing radio communications, potentially saving precious seconds in critical situations.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Scrap Regulations on Garbage Disposal Units in Major Overhaul

Homeowners and businesses with older homes may soon be able to install new or replacement garbage disposal units without meeting strict requirements under a proposed change to Philadelphia's plumbing codes affecting thousands of residents.

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Towing Companies Face Steep Fines for Mishandling Crash Scenes in Philadelphia Streets Daily

This bill increases the fine for towing companies that don't properly clean up an accident scene from $100 to $300.

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City Council Boosts Hero Awards for Families of Fallen First Responders to New High of Fifty Thousand Dollars Each

Philadelphia's Homeowners Would Pay More for City Services Under Council Proposal to Raise Property Tax Revenue by 3% Each Year The proposed tax hike would mean an extra $100 a year on a $200,000 home and generate millions more in revenue for city services.

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Philadelphia City Council Targets Real Estate Loopholes in Major Tax Overhaul Bill

This bill amends the Realty Transfer Tax law to close certain loopholes and ensure accurate valuation of real estate transactions in Philadelphia.

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Firefighters Given Green Light to Carry Cutting Tools in Public Under New City Ordinance

Philadelphia Homeowners Face Higher Costs as Council Proposes 50% Increase in Property Tax Abatement Fees A proposal before city council would raise fees for property tax abatements, forcing thousands of homeowners to pay more for relief from rising taxes on their primary residences and investments.

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