While PennDOT’s drivers license centers are closed this July 4 holiday, its online service remains open, says State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
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Tax Rebate Deadline Extended
Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program application deadline has been extended from June 30 to Dec. 31, says State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
The rebate program provides property tax relief for eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with permanent disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters. Fifty percent of Social Security income is excluded when determining eligibility.
The maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975.
Applicants may obtain Property Tax/Rent Rebate claim forms (PA-1000) and related information by visiting my district office or the Department of Revenue’s website or by calling, toll-free, 1-888-222-9190.
After July 1, claimants who already applied for rebates may check the status of claims online at www.revenue.state.pa.us or by calling, toll-free 1-888-PATAXES.
Tax Rebate Deadline Extended
Pennsylvania Hunting Licenses Now On Sale
Pennsylvania hunting licenses are on sale now, says State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)
The 2014-15 hunting and furtaker licenses are effective July 1, when the licenses that now are valid expire. The new licenses are valid through June 30, 2015.
A Resident Adult Hunting License (age 17-64) costs $20.70. For a schedule of fees, click here.
Licenses can be purchased online or in person.
A list of available issuing agents — in and out of state — is available at this link.
To buy a hunting and furtaker license online, click here.
Pennsylvania Hunting Licenses Now On Sale
Pennsylvania Trout Stocking Schedule
Pennsylvania trout stocking schedules are available at www.RepJimCox.com, says State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)
He noted 733 streams and 124 lakes will be stocked as a part of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s 2014 adult trout stocking program. Stocking occurs year-round, though most anglers typically view March as the official start of stocking season.
The PFBC will stock nearly four million adult trout in Pennsylvania rivers and streams that are open to the public for fishing. More than one million additional trout will be stocked by private contractors across the Commonwealth.
Opening day for trout season is currently scheduled for Saturday, April 12, although many counties have a regional opening day on March 29.
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Drivers License Centers Presidents Day Closings
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced all driver license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, Feb. 15 through Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents Day, reports State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.state.pa.us.
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Unused Drug Disposal
As part of the governor’s Healthy Pennsylvania initiative, a Prescription Drug Take-Back program has been established to assist communities in properly disposing of unused prescription medications, reports State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency and the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association, will work with local communities to install hundreds of secure and permanent prescription drug drop-off boxes throughout Pennsylvania.
Prescription drug misuse, abuse and overdose are growing concerns across the nation. According to a 2011 survey in Pennsylvania, 14 percent of youth surveyed admitted to taking prescription drugs that were not prescribed to them, Cox said.
For information on the program, click here.
Drop-off locations can be found here.
Unused Drug Disposal
Volunteer Fire Company Grants Awarded
The Office of the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner recently announced grant awards for the 2013-14 Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program, reports State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
The grant money may be used for construction or renovation of a unit’s station, the purchase or repair of equipment, training or debt reduction.
The grant program is funded solely by state gaming proceeds and is administered by the Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).
For information about those getting grants visit here.
Volunteer Fire Company Grants Awarded
Pennsylvania Hunting Safety Tips
With the hunting season underway, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has safety tips to offer to first-time hunters, and those who have not been hunting in the past several years, says State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
• Hunters should always identify the target, do not shoot at sounds or movement. Young observers should dress appropriately as well, following the rules.
• Wear the mandated amount of florescent orange clothing and stay in the zone, do not shoot at game moving between hunters.
• Scouting hunting areas is always best, plan where to hunt, and hunt where you plan.
• Use a map and compass or a GPS unit. This way you can be found in case of an accident.
• Carry a basic survival kit and know how to use it.
Pa Hunters Share Harvest
Pennsylvania hunters and sportsmen are encouraged by the Pennsylvania Game Commission to consider participating in the state’s Hunters Sharing the Harvest (HSH) program, which provides donations of venison to local food banks, soup kitchens and families in need, reports state Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
Started in 1991, HSH has developed into a refined support service for organizations that assist Pennsylvanians in need. Each year, Hunters Sharing the Harvest helps to deliver almost 200,000 meals to food banks, churches and social services feeding programs.
As part of the program, hunters are encouraged to take a deer to a participating meat processor and identify how much of their deer meat to donate to HSH. If an individual is donating an entire deer, he or she is asked to make a $15 tax-deductible co-pay, and HSH will cover the remaining processing fees. However, a hunter can cover the entire costs of the processing, which is also tax deductible.
To learn more about the program and obtain a list of participating meat processors and county coordinators, visit the HSH website.
Pennsylvania’s HSH program is recognized as one of the most successful among similar programs in about 40 states.
Pa Hunters Share Harvest
Pennsylvania Assembly Revamped Website Online
Pennsylvania General Assembly revamped website went online last week. It allows residents to follow the activities of the House and Senate says state Rep. Jim Cox (R-129).
The new website includes information about all members of both chambers, a search engine for all legislation, a record of all votes taken in both chambers, a searchable database of laws and information about the state Constitution.