I want to share important information for veterans and their families regarding free birth and death certificates from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
A new law allows all veterans who were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable discharge to be eligible for fee waivers on these documents. Previously, only those in active service or honorably discharged qualified.
Normally, there is a non-refundable $20 fee per copy, but most veterans can now obtain up to 10 copies for free. This also applies to the spouse or widow(er) of eligible veterans, provided their applications include documentation of military status.
For more information or assistance, feel free to contact my staff or me.