State Sen. Steve Santarsiero (D-Bucks) and state Rep. Perry Warren (D-Bucks) recently announced legislation that would provide a tax credit to cover 50 percent of a taxpayer’s toll-related expenses for the taxable year up to $500.
“Commuters, families, and businesses across southeastern Pennsylvania, who regularly pay tolls to maintain our roads and bridges, deserve the tax relief outlined in SB 451,” Santarsiero said. “With this tax credit, local commerce can thrive and expand.”
Tolls incurred while traveling on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and all toll bridges operating under the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission or the Delaware River Port Authority would be eligible for the tax credit.
The lawmakers held a press conference near the Scudder Falls Bridge interchange in Lower Makefield to announce the bills, SB 451 and HB 329.
“This legislation will reduce the cost of commuting, reduce business costs, and will spur economic development,” Warren said. “Through a commuter tax credit, we are looking to benefit our community and build our economy.”