HB 867 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax credit and tax benefit administration, further providing for definitions; and providing for stillbirth tax credit.

HB 867 creates a $2,000 state tax credit for Pennsylvania taxpayers who experience a stillbirth after 16 weeks of gestation, defined as a product of conception expelled with no signs of life. The credit applies to the taxpayer's annual state tax liability and requires submission of a Department of Health certificate of fetal death or stillbirth with the tax return. Eligibility is limited to the taxable year of the stillbirth and requires the child to qualify as a "dependent" under federal tax law (26 U.S.C. § 152). Taxpayers may receive a refund for any unused credit amount exceeding their state tax liability. This credit directly affects Pennsylvania residents who have experienced a stillbirth meeting the defined criteria.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 11, 2025 Last action Mar 11, 2025