Statement of Senator Bob Robbins
Governor Rendell's Proposed PIT Increase

"I have several very serious concerns about the Governor's proposed 16 percent increase in Pennsylvania's Personal Income Tax. Imposing a broad-based tax increase to fund increased spending is not, in my opinion, the best strategy for state government, especially considering the current economic climate in Pennsylvania and particularly in the Northwestern Region.

"This 16.3% increase in the PIT would have a direct negative impact on a majority of Pennsylvania's families and small businesses. Many are already struggling to make ends meet and as we've seen in the past these types of tax increases almost inevitably result in job losses and negatively impact the local economy.

"The Governor and the Legislature must control state spending and keep it in line with revenues. We simply cannot afford to increase programs and discretionary spending during hard economic times."

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Statement of Senator Bob Robbins Governor Rendell's Proposed PIT Increase

Statement of Senator Bob Robbins
Governor Rendell's Proposed PIT Increase