Legislation

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.

190809

Employers Must Provide Private Spaces for Breastfeeding Employees Under New City Law

New mothers in Philadelphia workplaces are now entitled to a private space to nurse and an uninterrupted break to pump, with some business owners expressing concerns over the added burden on their operations.

130922

City Council Moves to Expand Benefit Options for City Workers Including Dependent Grandchildren

Thousands of city workers could see a boost in benefits after a City Council measure aims to include dependent grandchildren under health insurance plans, a change that affects an estimated 1,500 families.

100007