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HB 1084

An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to corporation bureau and UCC fees, further providing for fee schedule; and, in incorporation, providing for exemption from certain fees and solicitation requirements for volunteer fire companies.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Barger and 21 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill exempts volunteer fire companies from state incorporation and UCC filing fees to reduce operational costs for critical community emergency services.

Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
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Bill Summary · HB 1084

Legislative bill overview

HB 1084 amends Pennsylvania's corporation law to exempt volunteer fire companies from certain state fees and solicitation requirements related to incorporation and UCC filings. The bill modifies the fee schedule in Title 15 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to provide these exemptions specifically for volunteer fire organizations.

Why is this important

Volunteer fire companies are critical infrastructure in many Pennsylvania communities, particularly in rural areas, and often operate on tight budgets dependent on donations and local funding. Fee exemptions reduce operational barriers for these organizations and acknowledge their public service role. This can help sustain volunteer firefighting capacity in communities that depend heavily on these services.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost to the state: Exempting a category of organizations from fees shifts revenue burden away from user fees, potentially requiring general fund allocation or creating revenue gaps in the corporation bureau
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's language regarding "certain fees and solicitation requirements" may create definitional questions about which specific fees and requirements are covered, potentially leading to implementation disputes
  • Equity questions: Other nonprofits and volunteer organizations may argue they provide equivalent public benefits and deserve similar fee exemptions, potentially opening the door to broader demands for fee waivers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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