HARRISBURG — Auditor General Timothy DeFoor has released audit reports for 47 volunteer firefighters’ relief associations (VFRAs), including ones in Elk and McKean counties.

“Relief associations provide vital support to Pennsylvania’s dedicated first responders,” DeFoor said. “Our audits make sure state aid is used to equip and protect volunteer firefighters and the communities they serve.”

In Elk County, an audit of Fox Township VFRA had no findings. In McKean County, an audit of the Hamlin Township VFRA had no findings.

The Department of the Auditor General distributes state aid for VFRAs and audits how they use the funds, which come from a 2% tax on fire insurance policies sold in Pennsylvania by out-of-state companies. In 2024, $68.26 million went to 2,501 municipalities for distribution to VFRAs to provide training, purchase equipment and insurance, and pay for death benefits for volunteer firefighters.