Pennsylvania Senate Leader Proposes Direct Cash Payments to Residents
Jay Costa’s Budget Proposal Aims to Boost Economy and Attract Businesses to Pennsylvania
According to MSN, Pennsylvania State Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa wants to give money to residents from the state’s extra money. The state has a lot of extra money, over $800 million. Costa thinks the state can afford to share some of that money with taxpayers. Instead of lowering the state’s income tax, Costa thinks giving money directly to residents could be a better idea.
Costa wants to make sure that any plan is combined with investments in education and jobs. This would help create more jobs and make the state’s economy stronger. Costa also wants to make Pennsylvania a more attractive place for businesses to locate and grow.
Senate Leader Budget Plan Aims to Help All Pennsylvanians, Not Just Older Residents, with Tax Relie
Governor Josh Shapiro has already promised to help older residents with their taxes. Costa’s idea is similar, but it would give money to all residents, not just older ones. With the deadline to pass the budget coming up soon, it’s unclear if Costa’s idea will be accepted.