Pennsylvania § 79A02 - Purpose.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 79A02 — Purpose., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 79A02. Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to authorize municipalities to enact a tax credit against an active volunteer's tax liability as a financial incentive to:
(1) Acknowledge the value and the absence of any public cost for volunteer fire protection and nonprofit emergency medical services provided by active volunteers.
(2) Encourage individuals to volunteer or for former volunteers to consider rejoining as active volunteers in a volunteer fire company or nonprofit emergency medical services agency.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 79A02
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 79A02 cover?
Section 79A02 ("Purpose.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 79A02?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 79A02" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 79A02 apply to my situation?
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