Governor Shapiro announces rollout of Property Tax/ Rent Rebate checks [Video]

STEELTON, Pa. — Thousands of older Pennsylvanians are expecting to get some relief from rising costs.

“The check is, literally, in the mail,” said Governor Josh Shapiro.

On Wednesday, the Shapiro administration met with seniors in Dauphin County to announce the distribution of $266 million in Property Tax/ Rent Rebate checks. The announcement comes after Governor Shapiro signed the first expansion of the state’s rebate program since 2006.

“We want to make sure you get the help you need to combat rising costs, put more money in your pocket, and help you deal with living on a fixed income,” said Gov. Shapiro.

More than 442,000 older Pennsylvanians will start receiving their rebate checks on July 1. Last year, roughly 283,000 homeowners were given rebates totaling around $132 million.

Steelton resident, Elizabeth Bryant, said the …