My bill heard in Finance Committee and more!

Rep. Jen Mazzocco May 20, 2026 | 3:31 PM

On Wednesday, the Finance Committee held a hearing on my House Bill 2550, which would establish the Small Business Health Care Premiums Contribution Tax Credit.

We heard testimony from PA Chamber of Business and Industry Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Alex Halper and University of South Carolina assistant professor David Anderson, adding their expertise about the affordability crisis we’re currently in, decreases in healthcare plan enrollment after Affordable Care Act cuts, and how to better support employees of small businesses during these challenging times.

Nobody should feel they have to choose between their healthcare and their other life necessities, especially hardworking Pennsylvanians in small businesses. This bill would make sure small business employees not only have access to care, but proper quality of care, as well.

A big thanks to my partners on this bill, Reps. Arvind Venkat and Steve Samuelson, and the 13 other legislators that have signed on as co-sponsors thus far. Together, we’ll make sure more Pennsylvanians can maintain affordable and exceptional care.

To watch the full hearing, click here.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate program deadline extended!

The deadline for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program has been extended to December 31, giving eligible Pennsylvanians more time to apply for rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2025.

We’re here to help our neighbors apply for the program, which has made it easier for older residents here in Allegheny County and across the state to stay in their homes and afford what they need. The PTRR program benefits Pennsylvanians 65 or older, widows and widowers 50 or older, and people with disabilities 18 or older.

Give us a call, send an email, or stop by and see us to find out if you qualify and apply for your rebate.

Senior Farmers Market Voucher Program
now open in Allegheny County

Applications remain open for the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging 2026 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. This program helps income-eligible older adults by providing vouchers for use at local farmers markets.

To be eligible for the program, you must be an age 60 or older resident of Allegheny County who meets income guidelines. Married couples may receive one set of vouchers for each individual.

For 2026, the agency is moving to an online application option and mail distribution process. Vouchers will be mailed directly to the senior – no proxy forms or in-person pickups will be required. My office has applications on hand, and my staff is happy to help you apply for this important program!

Voucher distribution will begin on June 1. Residents have until September 15 to apply for the program. To apply online, visit this page or stop in at my office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Upper St. Clair Community Day

I was happy to join local officials at Upper St. Clair’s Cosmic Community Day, including welcoming everyone during opening ceremonies! We had a blast all day with the parade, kids bake off, fast pitch contest and the duck race.

Disability Summit gallery available

A huge thank you to everyone who visited and participated in the 13th Annual Disability & Mental Health Summit! I had a wonderful time interacting with families, my fellow legislators, and all of the professionals who were able to earn credit at the event.

Make sure to visit my website for a gallery from the event, and I hope to see you at the 14th Annual Summit in 2027!

Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, our office is here to help. You can reach us by phone at 412-343-3870 or visit us at 650 Washington Road, Suite 102, in Mt. Lebanon.

P.S. We will be closing at noon on Friday and will reopen Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. due to the Memorial Day holiday.