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5. November 15 Pennhurst Memorial & Preservation Alliance
Commemoration
This program commemorates the 30th anniversary of the closing of Pennhurst State School and Hospital (November 1987), a state-funded and managed institution for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This lecture and panel discussion will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in Philadelphia, PA. For more information and to register,
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6. Contributions to a PA Able Savings Program Account (PA ABLE) are Now Deductible from PA State Income Tax
Up to $14,000 per person can be deducted from Pennsylvania state income tax. This new tax deduction is exclusively for contributions made to a PA ABLE Savings Program account and is effective immediately. This great, new tax benefit makes PA ABLE an even better way to save and pay for many disability-related expenses. You can learn more about the features and benefits of the Pennsylvania ABLE Savings Program and read important disclosures at
PAABLE.gov.
The Board is chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Labor & Industry, and consists of ten members, appointed by the Governor, who serve six-year terms. Members are appointed on the basis of respected standing, interest in the field of rehabilitation, and interest in serving. The Board meets four times a year at varying locations throughout the state. Individuals who may be interested in serving on the Board should submit a resume and letter of interest to Cheryl Novak at [email protected] on or before November 30, 2017.
"Making sure all Pennsylvanians are safe and healthy is my top priority," said Governor Tom Wolf. Federal funding is available for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) which provides assistance for home heating bills to keep low-income Pennsylvanians warm and safe during the winter months. To read the Governor's press release,
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