Chester County senior citizens and those with disabilities can apply now through Wednesday, June 30, for the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older, and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975.

Additional eligibility requirements include an income limit of $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters. Half of Social Security income is excluded.

New in 2021, applicants can apply online through the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue's myPATH system. Filing online leads to fast processing, easy direct deposit options, and automatic calculators that will help individuals apply for their rebate. Readers may visit http://www.mypath.pa.gov to file an application.

Offering an online filing option gives people a new, user-friendly tool that is designed to help ensure everyone who is eligible for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has a simple way to submit their applications. This online option may be especially helpful this year during the COVID-19 pandemic because it will provide applicants with a way to file their applications from the comfort of their homes.

In addition, applications are available at http://www.revenue.state.pa.us or by calling toll-free at 888-222-9190. Free assistance is available through the Department of Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers, and state legislators' offices. Individuals should call ahead and schedule an appointment, if required.

For individuals who have already submitted their application, the status of their rebate can also be tracked using the "Where's My Rebate?" feature at the aforementioned myPATH website.

Readers may contact Sen. Carolyn Comitta's office at 610-692-2112 or senatorcomitta@pasenate.com with questions, for application assistance, or to request an application via mail.