Pennsylvania § 9611 - Exemption.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 9611 — Exemption., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9611. Exemption.
(a) Payment.--A veteran-owned or reservist-owned small business shall be exempt from the payment of a business fee.
(b) Proof.--A veteran or reservist must provide the department or licensing authority of a political subdivision with proof of the veteran's or reservist's status using any of the following with any business application:
(1) A copy of a Federal DD-214 form.
(2) A copy of a Federal NGB-22 form.
(3) A valid Federal Veterans' Administration card.
(4) A valid Department of Defense-issued military identification card.
(c) Status.--The Department of State or licensing authority of a political subdivision, in consultation with other Commonwealth agencies, may determine an applicant's status as a veteran or reservist in accordance with this section.
(d) Offenses.--
(1) A person who fraudulently obtains a business fee exemption commits a misdemeanor of the third degree.
(2) A person assigning, transferring or attempting to assign or transfer a business fee exemption or using or attempting to use a business fee exemption contrary to this section commits a misdemeanor of the third degree.
(e) Reporting.--The Department of State shall annually determine the total number of business fee exemptions applied for and issued and the total dollar amount of the exemptions under this section and submit a report to the chair and minority chair of the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee of the Senate and the chair and minority chair of the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee of the House of Representatives. The report may be submitted electronically.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 9611
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 9611 cover?
Section 9611 ("Exemption.") 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 § 9611?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 9611" (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 § 9611 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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