Fox43 - HARRISBURG, Pa. — With the Pennsylvania state budget finally passed, some Pennsylvanians may see some savings once tax season comes around.

The appropriations bill creates the "Working Pennsylvanians" tax credit — a refundable tax credit based on the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

The federal EITC is available to low- to moderate-income taxpayers who have earned incomes. According to lawmakers, the tax credit will provide over $193 million in tax relief and apply to roughly 940,000 taxpayers across the state.

How much can I get from the federal Earned Income Tax Credit?

The maximum you can receive is determined by the number of children or relatives claimed as dependents. For the 2025 tax year, the maximum you can receive from the federal EITC is:

The Record Herald - The Franklin County Bar Association recognized Attorney Jeffrey S. Evans for his contributions to pro bono legal service during Pennsylvania Pro Bono Week, according to a community announcement. The event took place 4 p.m. Oct. 27 in Chambersburg.

Evans, based in Waynesboro, was selected for his work providing free civil legal services to individuals and families in Franklin County. His practice includes family law, estate planning and administration, civil litigation, and real estate law.

Evans has provided assistance in cases involving Protection from Abuse orders, divorce, child support, adoption and estate matters. He has also led pro se divorce clinics, which offer guidance to individuals representing themselves in court.

Harrisburg - As colder weather settles across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is urging consumers to act early if they are worried about paying winter heating bills.

Rising energy costs, unpredictable weather, and uncertainty about federal assistance programs – including the delayed start of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), coupled with uncertainty about federal funding levels – are creating new challenges for households across the state, especially for families who have relied on LIHEAP grants to stay connected to essential utility services.

“This winter may look different for a lot of Pennsylvanians,” PUC Chairman Steve DeFrank said. “While the delayed start of LIHEAP continues to be a concern, I want to reassure families that utilities across Pennsylvania have told the PUC they have no intention of terminating service for LIHEAP-eligible customers during this current gap period. At the same time, we encourage every household to contact their utilities now – to talk about available affordability options, payment plans and other programs that can reduce stress before winter fully sets in.”