Bill to Cut Consumer Electric Bills Advances

Legislation to eliminate a nearly 6% tax on electricity has been introduced.

House Bill 2224 would represent the largest tax cut in the history of the Commonwealth, saving Pennsylvania families $1.7 billion.

House Republicans have been leading on affordability measures based in tax cuts that can immediately slash the bills paid by Pennsylvanians and put more money in the pockets of our working families. In addition to eliminating the Gross Receipts Tax on utility bills, we are also advocating for a six-month suspension of the tax on cell phone services and the gas tax, as well as a temporary reduction in the state’s Personal Income Tax. Additional sales tax holidays have been proposed on an array of items, from baby supplies and sports equipment to gardening supplies and tools.

House Bill 2224 passed the House unanimously and is pending consideration in the Senate.