State Representative Ryan Mackenzie | Pennsylvania 187th Legislative District
State Representative Ryan Mackenzie | Pennsylvania 187th Legislative District
HARRISBURG – A state program that assists veterans in starting their own businesses, created through a law authored by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), has now exceeded $2 million in waived fees, according to the Pennsylvania Department of State.
The department administers the “Startups for Soldiers” program, which forgoes state business filing fees for individuals transitioning to the civilian workforce from the U.S. Armed Forces, including reserve units and the National Guard. In addition, certain license fees are also waived.
The department reports that since its establishment in 2018, the program has assisted 18,200 veteran- and reservist-owned small businesses by waiving $2.07 million in state fees.
“It is so encouraging to see this law being put to good use and helping veterans navigate the challenges and costs of starting their own businesses,” said Mackenzie. “The Startups for Soldiers program is a small but meaningful token of appreciation and show of support for veterans who are making the transition back to civilian life.”
Additional information on the program can be obtained from Representative Ryan Mackenzie’s office at 187th Legislative District, Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Media Contact: Andy Briggs at 717-260-6474.
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