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Mercuri Commends Funding for School Safety and Mental Health Support
On April 25, 2024, Rep. Rob Mercuri (R-Allegheny) expressed his support for the allocation of over $850,000 towards school safety and mental health support in the 28th Legislative District. The School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC) under the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) approved a total of $47 million in grants statewide to enhance safety, security, and mental health services for students and staff in schools across Pennsylvania.Mercuri, a member of the House Education Committee, emphasized the importance of investing in the well-being of...
Mercuri Unveils Tax Rebate Legislation to Return Surplus Money to Taxpayers
Rep. Rob Mercuri (R-Allegheny) has introduced legislation in Pennsylvania aimed at returning surplus money to taxpayers. The proposed legislation would establish the 2024 Taxpayer Dividend Program, offering a one-time dividend to taxpayers who filed their 2023 Personal Income Tax returns in a timely manner, potentially returning up to $1,000 per taxpayer.Mercuri emphasized the importance of giving back to taxpayers, stating, "Pennsylvanians deserve to keep more of their hard earned money." He further highlighted the benefits of the program, noting that "sending money back...