House Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania are pushing for tax reforms aimed at supporting small businesses and working families amid ongoing economic challenges. The House Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. David H. Rowe, held a public hearing on tax policy solutions at the Adams County Economic Alliance in Gettysburg. Rep. Torren Ecker hosted the event, which included several other Republican representatives from across the state.
During the hearing, participants discussed ways to reduce costs for businesses, such as expanding Net Operating Loss (NOL) carryforwards and eliminating Pennsylvania’s Accelerated Sales and Use Tax. Lawmakers also considered a proposal to use the state’s budget surplus to provide tax rebates directly to residents.
“Adams County is home to hardworking small business owners who want government to get out of the way. We’ve heard from them time and again—what they need is a tax code that doesn’t punish success. This hearing put a spotlight on solutions that will empower our job creators and give working families a fighting chance against inflation,” said Ecker.
“Rather than grow government, we should grow the economy—and that starts by letting Pennsylvanians keep more of what they earn,” said Rowe. “When businesses aren’t weighed down by burdensome taxes and unpredictable regulations, they innovate, hire, and expand. If we want Pennsylvania to be competitive, Harrisburg must listen to what Pennsylvania businesses are asking for and enact meaningful, permanent tax relief—not temporary gimmicks.”
The hearing included testimony from Stephen Kelly of government affairs, Isaac Bucher, a local business owner, and Robin Fitzpatrick, president of an economic organization.
