Pennsylvania Statutes Title 71 P.S. State Government § 1709.1302. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Commonwealth manufacturing company.” A Pennsylvania manufacturing company.

“Department.” The Department of Community and Economic Development of the Commonwealth.

“Industrial resource center” or “center.” A nonprofit corporation incorporated for the purposes of enhancing and supporting the competitive ability of Commonwealth manufacturers by helping them to identify, assess, select, implement and optimize techniques and technologies.

“Manufacturing.” The giving of new shapes, new qualities or new combinations to matter by the application of skill and labor thereto.

“Private sector funds.” Monetary or in-kind support from private businesses, corporations, individuals, trade associations, foundations, federally and locally supported grant programs and other non- Commonwealth sources.

“Secretary.” The Secretary of Community and Economic Development of the Commonwealth.