Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2023 BEACON | FROM Page 14 low-income eligibility, the legislation gives additional aid in grants to cover the additional costs of attending the school including room and board, books and supplies, transportation and personal expenses. “This bill matters because state funding for public higher education in Massachusetts has been cut drastically in the past 20 years resulting Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 185 of the Acts of 1983, and Chapter 13 of the Acts of 1984, that the City of sion will conduct a Public Hearing on February 16, City Councilor Joseph A. Del Grosso Council Hall relative to the following proposed of the City of Revere: 1. Schedule VIII of Title Generally by adding two es at 75 Shirley Avenue Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 2. Schedule XI of Title 10 Handicapped Person 33 Dehon Street 37 Barrett Street Schedule IX of Title 10 – Twenty Four Hour study conducted on the Attest Paul V. Argenzio February 10, 2023 in signifi cant tuition and fee increases and one of the fastest-growing student debt burdens in the nation,” said sponsor Sen. Jamie Eldridge (DMarlborough). QUOTABLE QUOTE “With nuclear power, we have the technology to provide an abundant source of power to our homes in a cheap, clean and effi cient manner. Our politicians have failed us by enacting policies that lead to nuclear power plant closures without any plans for replacement.” ---Paul Craney, spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “Ollie’s Law is crucial animal protection legislation that our commonwealth urgently needs. We care for and love our animals like we do any other family member. The fact that there are no regulations or oversight for an industry that we place so much trust in should be a concern for every citizen.” ---Rep. Brian Ashe (D-Longmeadow) on his legislation creating regulations designed to protect pets in the entire dog daycare and kennel industry. The bill is named in memory of Ollie, a seven-month-old labradoodle puppy who was mauled by a group of dogs at a daycare facility in East Longmeadow and passed away in November 2020 from those injuries. “These grants provide the opportunity to help communities and individuals along their path toward healing and accountability. I’m grateful for the important work that each of these grant recipients do to meet the diverse needs of communities through restorative justice, and for the lasting partnerships that these grants help to build.” ---Gov. Maura Healey announcing that $380,000 has been awarded to several nonprofi ts across the state to provide restorative justice services in low-income communities. “The data really tells a story about the direct and downstream impacts COVID has had on students. The ongoing trauma of living through a pandemic has led to more students missing school. The fi nancial insecurity many families have faced in the last few years has contributed to increasing student mobility. Those are just a few examples of how this unprecedented time has led to unforeseen challenges. But we are also seeing schools adapting to the changing needs of students with thoughtfulness and innovation. And, with COVID relief money to spend, many districts are at a pivotal moment for change.” ---Chad d’Entremont, executive director of the Rennie Center which released its annual status report on public education, analyzing trends among students, educators and schools nearly three years after the start of the pandemic. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of January 30-February 3, the House met for a total of six hours and 55 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 34 minutes. Mon. Jan. 30 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:21 a.m. Tues. Jan. 31 House 11:00 a.m. to 12:29 p.m No Senate session Wed. Feb. 1 House 11:02 a.m. to 4:14 p.m No Senate session Thurs. Feb. 2 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:03 a.m. Senate 11:09 a.m. to 11:29 a.m. Fri. Feb. 3 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019 ~ LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE ~ 1039 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 YEAR MAKE MODEL VIN# 1983 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXR 1HD1EBK160Y112444 How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax fi ling requirements for retirees this tax season? My income dropped way down when I retired in 2022, so I’m wondering if I need to even fi le a tax return this year. Recently Retired Dear Recently, Whether or not you are required to fi le a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year, as well as the source of the income, your age and filing status. Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax fi ling requirement thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2022 gross income – which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefi ts, unless you are married and fi ling separately – was below the threshold for your fi ling status and age, you may not have to fi le. But if it’s over, you will. • Single: $12,950 ($14,700 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2022). • Married filing jointly: $25,900 ($27,300 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $28,700 if you’re both over 65). • Married fi ling separately: $5 at any age. • Head of household: $19,400 ($21,150 if 65 or older). • Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $25,900 ($27,300 if 65 or older). To get a detailed breakdown on federal fi ling requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “1040 and 1040-SR Instructions for Tax Year 2022,” or you can see it online at IRS.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf. Check Here Too Be aware that there are other fi nancial situations that can require you to fi le a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS filing requirements. For example, if you earned more than $400 from self-employment in 2022, owe any special taxes like an alternative minimum tax, or get premium tax credits because you, your spouse or a dependent is enrolled in a Health Insurance Marketplace plan, you’ll need to fi le. You’ll also need to fi le if you’re receiving Social Security benefi ts, and one-half of your benefi ts plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest exceeds $25,000, or $32,000 if you’re married and fi ling jointly. To fi gure all this out, the IRS offers an online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to fi le, or if you should fi le because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete. You can access this tool at IRS.gov/Help/ITA – click on “Do I Need to File a Tax Return?” Or you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. Check Your State Even if you’re not required to fi le a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from fi ling state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very diff erent. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin. org/state-tax-agencies. Tax Preparation Help If you fi nd that you do need to fi le a tax return this year, you can free fi le through the IRS at IRS.gov/FreeFile if your 2022 adjusted gross income was below $73,000. Or, if you need some help, contact the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TCE provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-906-9887 or visit IRS. treasury.gov/freetaxprep to locate services near you. You can also get tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide service. Call 888-227-7669 or visit AARP.org/findtaxhelp for more information. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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