Legislative Update, Free tax prep available; Fish stocking schedules released

Rep. Tina Davis January 30, 2025 | 9:40 AM

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In honor of the Eagles reaching the Super Bowl, today’s email is in green font.

Go Birds!

Free Tax Preparation Services Available

Tax season is here, and there are free tax preparation services available to help you. Below are two convenient options for Bristol-Levittown area residents:

1. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

Dates & Times: February 1st - April 15th, Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Bristol Township Senior Center, 2501 Bath Rd., Bristol, PA 19007
Appointment Required: Yes
Details: Please call the Senior Center to schedule your appointment. You must bring your prior year’s tax return and a check for direct deposit or payment. Appointments can take up to three hours to complete.
To Request an Appointment: Call (215)785-6322

2. Bucks County Opportunity Council Tax Prep Services

Eligibility: 2024 income of $67,000 or less and a Bucks County resident.
Locations:
- Bristol: Bucks County Opportunity Council, 721 Veterans Highway (Tuesdays & Saturdays)
- Bristol - Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks: 1304 Veterans Highway (Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays)
Service Type: Free tax preparation by certified volunteers.
Appointment Required: Yes, no walk-ins.
To Request an Appointment: Visit BCOC Tax Assistance. Complete the online form, and you will be contacted to schedule your appointment.

Go Fish

Spring is just around the corner, and a sure sign of its arrival is the release of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's 2025 trout stocking schedule.

Check out the full stocking schedule here: https://fbweb.pa.gov/TroutStocking

Some key dates:

Levittown Lake will be stocked on March 27, April 9, May 2 and Oct. 10.
Saturday, March 29 marks the statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day.
Saturday, April 5 kicks off the statewide Opening Day of Trout Season.
Sunday, May 25 and Friday, July 4 are Fish for Free Days.

Reminder: Outreach events scheduled

Love Your Heart Fair

Friday, Feb. 28, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Take part in the Love Your Heart Fair, where you’ll find exhibitors dedicated to helping you manage your heart health. Enjoy free health screenings, light refreshments, and resources to help keep your heart healthy for years to come.

Fraud Bingo Event

Thursday, March 6, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Join me, the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities, the Bucks County Department of Consumer Protection, and local police for an informative and fun Fraud Bingo event.

This event offers a unique, interactive way to learn how to protect yourself from scams. It’s both educational and engaging, and I know you’ll leave with helpful tips to safeguard yourself against fraud.

Help picking a Medicare Advantage plan

Medicare Advantage’s open enrollment period runs through March 31, and eligible Pennsylvanians can take advantage of the Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (formerly APPRISE).

MEDI is a free program run by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging that helps older Pennsylvanians choose a plan based on their income and medical needs.

MEDI counselors from Bucks County Area Agency on Aging will be in my Levittown office every Tuesday through the end of open enrollment. Please call (267) 880-5700 Prompt #5 to schedule an appointment.

My Office Can Help You

SEPTA Key Senior ID Card photos and applications.
Car registrations, special tags, disability placards, titles, and driver’s license applications.
Information on financial assistance for higher education.
Obtaining and completing state forms.
Unemployment compensation.
Troubleshooting issues or delays with Department of Human Services (food, medical and income assistance).
PA state income tax questions or problems.
Complaints or issues with insurance companies.
Renewal of state-issued licenses or certifications.
Property Tax/Rent Rebate forms for qualifying seniors, widows and widowers, and people with disabilities.
PACE prescription cards for seniors.
Liquor Control Board concerns and questions.
Citations honoring local people for outstanding accomplishments or family milestones.
Information about any state or local government agency.
Answers to questions about the Veterans Property Tax Exemption.
Information about our local communities.