§ 8501. Definitions. The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: “Commission.” The State Veterans’ Commission established under section 1702 (relating to State Veterans’ Commission). “Eligible veteran.” A person who served in the armed forces of the […]
§ 8502. Purpose. The purpose of the program is to provide temporary financial assistance to eligible veterans, their unmarried surviving spouses and surviving dependents when they face a financial emergency and need assistance to provide themselves with the necessities of living. (Oct. 4, 2016, P.L.882, No.109, eff. imd.)
§ 8503. Eligibility. In order to qualify for the program, applicants must demonstrate that: (1) They are eligible veterans or eligible surviving dependents of eligible veterans. (2) They are permanent residents of this Commonwealth who do not maintain residence in any other state for any purpose. (3) They are not receiving sufficient monetary assistance from […]
§ 8504. Amounts of assistance. (a) Maximum amount.–In no event shall veterans’ temporary assistance payments exceed the established maximum assistance or the documented amount of need, whichever is less. (b) Standards.–Subject to the limitation set forth in subsection (a), the department shall determine uniform and equitable standards for the amounts of veterans’ temporary assistance. The […]
§ 8505. Appeals. Any person aggrieved by a decision denying payment of veterans’ temporary assistance may appeal to the Adjutant General under provisions of 1 Pa. Code § 35.20 (relating to appeals from actions of the staff). (Oct. 4, 2016, P.L.882, No.109, eff. imd.)