FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What documents should I bring to the hearing?

How long will the hearing last?

Do I need to hire an attorney to represent me?

What do I do if I need to reschedule my hearing?

When will I have my hearing?

Where are the hearings held?

If I decide later that I no longer want a hearing, what do I do?

If I want to schedule a hearing and cannot find my Hearing Request Form, who do I contact?

After I receive the letter telling me of the recommendation to deny my application, how many days do I have to request a hearing?

Is it necessary to include a statement regarding the company?s commitment to diversity in it procurement process if the purchases made the company are limited to basic office supplies?

Is it necessary to provide a statement regarding the company?s ?complaint process? in the diversity plan if the company has never had an employee file a complaint alleging harassment or discrimination?

How often are slot machine licensees and certified vendors required to update their diversity plans?

Are small companies with two to four employees required to provide the PGCB with a diversity plan?

What does the PGCB?s diversity officer look for when reviewing a company?s diversity plan for compliance with Section 1212 of Act 71?

Am I receiving a school property tax reduction from casino gaming?

Is there a requirement that a minority business enterprise interested in providing construction services or any other type of service to one of the PGCB?s licensees be certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or a Women Business Enterprise (WBE)?

Does the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (?PGCB?) certify potential minority and women owned business enterprises?