GOVERNOR TERMINATES TAX REBATES FOR LOW INCOME SENIORS!

Governor Schwarzenegger has used his veto power to eliminate $150 million in tax rebates for low-income elderly and disabled renters. This was the governor's single biggest line-item veto in the budget, eliminating all funding for the Senior Citizens Renters Tax Assistance program.

The program, in effect for decades, makes senior and disabled renters who earn less than $44,096 eligible for up to $347.50 as a tax rebate. These are essential funds for senior and disabled renters.

Many people don't know about this devastating cut, but you can help change that. Follow the steps below to send a letter to the editor of your local newspaper to raise awareness about this issue!

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We've made it easy for you to contact your local newspaper with your views, but editors want to hear from you in your own words.

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I am a low-income senior renter, and I am upset that the governor eliminated my renters rebate. I need this money for basic necessities.

I am a low-income disabled renter, and I am upset that the governor eliminated my renters rebate. I need this money for basic necessities.