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Pa. House OK’s Probst plan to extend veterans tax exemption

Rep. Tarah Probst    March 24, 2026 | 4:43 PM

HARRISBURG, March 24 – More veterans would be eligible to participate in the Disabled Veterans’ Real Estate Tax Exemption program under a proposed constitutional amendment passed today by the PA House of Representatives, according to prime sponsor state Rep. Tarah Probst.

“After having served our nation with honor and distinction, many members of the United States armed forces encounter unique and difficult circumstances when transitioning from military to civilian life. This program is an excellent way to show appreciation to our veterans by providing needed financial relief. We should recognize and assist more disabled veterans by expanding the program’s criteria, as would be the case under my proposal,” said Probst, D-Monroe/Pike.

Currently, under the Disabled Veterans’ Real Estate Tax Exemption program, veterans who are classified as 100% disabled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs are exempt from paying real estate taxes on their primary home, provided they meet other program requirements, including having been injured in combat. Additionally, surviving spouses of veterans are not explicitly covered, leaving many families without the support they deserve.

Probst’s legislation proposes an amendment to the state Constitution that would allow all veterans deemed 100% disabled, regardless of whether their service was in combat, to be exempt from paying property taxes.

It also would guarantee benefits for surviving spouses of eligible veterans, including those who were killed in action, taken prisoner, or went missing in action.

As amended by the PA House, the proposal also would allow a political subdivision, such as a county or school district, the option of exempting a veteran with a disability rating below 100% from any portion of real property taxes. This would be the first property tax relief option of its kind.

“Veterans and their families have given everything in service to our country—it’s our responsibility to support them. This is a vital step in expanding access to property tax relief and ensuring no eligible veteran or surviving spouse is left behind,” Probst said.

House Bill 1257 moves to the state Senate for consideration.