David McCormick benefits from Pa. tax breaks meant for farmers

In Pennsylvania, Senate candidate David McCormick has been benefiting from a state tax relief program designed to assist farmers in maintaining their land amidst rising property values. Despite claiming he is 'not a farmer,' McCormick has received significant tax breaks through the Clean and Green program, which reduced his property tax obligations by approximately $64,000 in the previous year. Critics argue that wealthy individuals exploit this program, leading to financial strain on rural school districts and increased tax burdens on average homeowners. The program has been criticized for allowing non-agricultural landowners to receive tax benefits without contributing to local funding. McCormick's property, Frosty Valley Farms, has raised questions about its actual agricultural use, especially after leasing land to a solar company, which may violate the program's terms. This situation highlights the ongoing debate over the effectiveness and fairness of the Clean and Green program in Pennsylvania, as it disproportionately affects poorer communities while benefiting affluent landowners.